Flood Watch

From the National Weather Service
STARTED:Sunday, Feb. 18 @ 9 a.m.
ENDED:Tuesday, Feb. 20 @ 9 a.m.
SEVERITY:Severe
URGENCY:Future
AREAS:Northern Humboldt 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 continues to be possible.

* WHERE…A portion of northwest California, including the following area, Northern Humboldt.

* WHEN…From 9 AM PST this morning through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS…There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… - Moderate to heavy rain is expected to fall on already saturated soils. 1 to 3 inches of rainfall is most likely Today through Tuesday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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