Flood Watch
From the National Weather Service
STARTED: | Friday, Dec. 13 @ 2 p.m. |
ENDED: | Saturday, Dec. 14 @ 3 p.m. |
SEVERITY: | Severe |
URGENCY: | Future |
AREAS: | Northern Humboldt Coast |
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 Coast.
* WHEN…From this afternoon through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS…There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… - Two to three inches of rain expected from Friday morning through Saturday afternoon. This will combine with saturated soils to produce flooding of small streams and low lying areas. High tides will increase flooding in areas that drain into Humboldt Bay. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood