Flood Watch

From the National Weather Service
STARTED:Monday, Dec. 26, 2022 @ 10 p.m.
ENDED:Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022 @ 10 a.m.
SEVERITY:Severe
URGENCY:Future
AREAS:Southwestern Humboldt; Southern Humboldt Interior; Southern Trinity; Mendocino Coast; Northwestern Mendocino Interior; Northeastern Mendocino Interior

INSTRUCTIONS

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

DESCRIPTION

* WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall.

* WHERE…A portion of northwest California, including the following areas, Mendocino Coast, Northeastern Mendocino Interior, Northern Lake, Northwestern Mendocino Interior, Southeastern Mendocino Interior, Southern Humboldt Interior, Southern Trinity, Southwestern Humboldt and Southwestern Mendocino Interior.

* WHEN…From Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of small rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and small rivers are possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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