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 continues to be possible.

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

* WHEN…From late Tuesday night through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. In addition area rivers including the Russian, Navarro, Garcia, Mad, and Eel Rivers are expected to rise several feet.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… - A moderate to strong atmospheric river will bring more heavy rain to the area early Wednesday morning into Thursday. 3 to 4 inches of rain are expected at low elevations with 4.5 to 6 inches of rain at higher elevations. Already saturated soils will contribute to enhanced runoff. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood