INSTRUCTIONS

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding.

Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible Flood Warnings.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information.

Additional information is available at weather.gov/eka.

The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 400 PM PST.

DESCRIPTION

…The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in California…

Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Northern Humboldt Coast zone.

For the Eel River…including Fernbridge…flooding is possible.

* WHAT…Flooding is possible.

* WHERE…Eel River at Fernbridge.

* WHEN…From Thursday evening to late Saturday morning.

* IMPACTS…At 20.0 feet, Significant flooding of the western portions of Cannibal Island Road, Camp Weott Road, the Salt and Old Rivers, and all adjacent low-lying areas. Flooding in these areas is exaggerated when crest timing is coincident with high tides and strong onshore winds, and for longer duration events. A Special Action Advisory is being issued to all owners of livestock in low-lying areas of the Eel Delta. Owners of livestock should consider taking appropriate action to protect livestock. 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 8:15 AM PST Wednesday the stage was 0.3 feet. - Forecast…Flood stage may be reached late tomorrow evening. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood