DESCRIPTION

* WHAT…Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE…Eel River at Fernbridge.

* WHEN…Until late this afternoon.

* 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 5:15 AM PST Saturday the stage was 18.5 feet. - Forecast…The river is expected to rise above flood stage this morning to a crest of 21.4 feet late this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late this afternoon. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - Flood History…This crest compares to a previous crest of 21.3 feet on 01/18/2016. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood