Flood Watch

From the National Weather Service
STARTED:Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022 @ 8 a.m.
ENDED:Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 @ 4 a.m.
SEVERITY:Severe
URGENCY:Future
AREAS:Northern Humboldt Coast

DESCRIPTION

* WHAT…Flooding is possible.

* WHERE…Eel River at Fernbridge.

* WHEN…From Saturday morning to early Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS…At 22.0 feet, The western half of the Eel Delta may be completely flooded, especially if at or above this level for an extended period of time. This includes areas northwest of Loleta and Cannibal Island Road. A Special Action Advisory is being issued to all owners of livestock in low-lying areas of the Eel River Delta. Owners of livestock should take appropriate action to protect their animals.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… - At 4:15 AM PST Friday the stage was 4.7 feet. - Forecast…Flood stage may be reached late Saturday morning. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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