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Officials said they expect to issue a flood watch alert from 6 p.m.

“Natural disasters such as the California fires, floods, hurricanes, etc., create incredible spikes in demand,” said Ray Allegrezza, a director for the International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn.

Rain will first hit San Diego County on Monday night, potentially causing roadway ponding and leading to hazardous driving conditions and minor flooding in urban areas.

Cash also can be lost to fire, floods and other disasters.

The evening before Valentine’s Day, as a heavy rain fell and flooding and mudslides hit Southern California, Stephan and Natalia sat at their dining room table amid white walls, a chandelier and a spotless floor.