Rain on its way to the Los Angeles area will be a welcome relief to firefighters still battling multiple catastrophic wildfires, but officials warned Sunday that flash floods and potential debris flows could be the trade-off.

Los Angeles is forecast to receive desperately needed rain this weekend, providing relief to first responders battling four active fires in the region while also creating the risk of new hazards including mudslides,

A flood watch has been issued for parts of Southern California as rain and snow began to hit the region, prompting concerns over debris flow and mudslides. It will remain in effect until Monday afternoon.