State of emergency declared in California as 'catastrophic' storm hits  9NewsBustling Los Angeles goes quiet, shelves empty as once-in-a-century storm approaches  Sydney Morning HeraldHurricane Hilary claims first victim as it closes in on Mexico and California  ABC NewsTracking Major Hurricane Hilary Highlights  Surfline.com Surf NewsDangerous Hurricane Hilary hits Mexico, California with heavy rains  news.com.au