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.

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 evening at 815 PM PST.

DESCRIPTION

…The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a Flood Watch for the following rivers in California…

Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Northern Humboldt Coast zone.

* WHAT…Flooding is possible.

* WHERE…Eel River at Fernbridge.

* WHEN…From this evening to Monday 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… - At 10:15 AM PST Sunday the stage was 16.9 feet. - Forecast…Flood stage may be reached based on the latest forecast information. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood