Days into an atmospheric river event that has deluged the state since the weekend, officials warned of heavy rains and flood risks in Southern California.

Much of Southern California remained at risk of flooding on Christmas Day as heavy rains that have triggered flash floods and evacuations since the weekend showed little sign of easing.

The Minnesota Vikings will be without quarterback J.J. McCarthy for the Week 17 Christmas Day game against the Detroit Lions due to a hairline fracture in his hand.