angelenos who are doing everything that they can to stay prepared. >> as our meteorologist a.d. come to cloths saying you're getting rain, rain and that often means trees down that means powerlines down that's got to be a big concern. >> of course. that is a big concern, and we are working with our department of water and power. their call center is up. we're monitoring this situation. and we look forward to keeping los angeles updated by the moment as this storm continues to develop. jon: based on the weather how long do you think before you're sort of -- in the clear? >> well, as tropical storms behave, you know, we can never anticipate exactly the track of the storm. but we do anticipate hopefully some time tomorrow we will get some relief from this rain event. jon: well we know that you're busy and we appreciate you taking the time to spend with us this evening carol parks with the los angeles emergency management department. thank you.