NWS Says Up to 4 Inches of Rain Possible in the Next 24 Hours

NWS forecast  as of 2:20p.m. February 13th

Be aware that the Eel River may experience flooding as well as local creeks and roads as rains pummel the region melting the significant snow that has fallen this week. Please note the amount of precipitation expected in the forecast above

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Eureka CA
454 AM PST Wed Feb 13 2019

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Southwestern Humboldt-Southern Humboldt Interior-
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
454 AM PST Wed Feb 13 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...
...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

This hazardous weather outlook is for northwest California.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

A Flood Watch is currently in effect.
A Wind Advisory is currently in effect.

A storm system will yield rain, high mountain snow, and
gusty winds tonight.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

A Flood Watch is currently in effect.

An active and wet pattern will bring multiple rounds of
rain, mountain snow, and gusty winds over the next week.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

For further details please refer to NOAA Weather Radio or
weather.gov/eureka.

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Flood Watch

Flood Watch
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1234 PM PST Wed Feb 13 2019

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Southwestern Humboldt-Southern Humboldt Interior-Mendocino Coast-
Northwestern Mendocino Interior-Northeastern Mendocino Interior-
Southwestern Mendocino Interior-Southeastern Mendocino Interior-
1234 PM PST Wed Feb 13 2019

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

The Flood Watch continues for

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

* Through Thursday afternoon

* Moderate to heavy rain is expected from late this evening
  through Thursday afternoon. Widespread rainfall totals of 2 to
  4 inches are expected, with localized higher amounts. Snow
  melt may also contribute added runoff.

* Rapid rises on small rivers and creeks, and mud slides or
  debris flows in the vicinity of recent burn scar areas are
  possible with heavy rain. Some main stem rivers are also
  forecast to reach flood stage. Ponding of water on roadways
  will also be possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on
current forecasts.

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.

UPDATE 3:10 p.m.: Humboldt County Office of Emergency Services posted,

Projected Impacts for the Upcoming Winter Storm System

RIVER IMPACTS / FLOODING

The National Weather Service is currently projecting the Eel River at Fernbridge to exceed Flood Stage at about 22 feet by Thursday afternoon following significant rainfall expected tonight and into tomorrow. Flooding is expected to be similar to that as we’ve seen in recent years following significant rain events and is expected to have minor impacts. Highway 211 is not currently anticipated to be impacted and most roadways are anticipated to be passable. The following impacts are expected from this flooding:

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, Cannibal Island Road. A Special Action Advisory is being issued to all owners of livestock in low-lying areas of the Eel Delta. These animals are at risk due to rising river levels, and appropriate action should be considered.

Sheriff’s OES staff and the National Weather Service are continuing to monitor this forecast and are preparing resources if unexpected additional flooding should occur. For updated weather conditions and river forecasts please call (707) 443-6484.

Other local rivers are not forecast to hit flood stage, but will continue to be monitored as the wet weather continues.
Southern Humboldt is projected to receive several inches of rain throughout the rest of this week and into this weekend. Some localized flooding and rock slides may be possible.

Please do not drive through flooded roads.

ROCK SLIDES

We have already observed several local roads and highways experience rock slides. Wet and cold weather throughout the weekend is likely to produce additional slides throughout the county. Please be sure to check road conditions prior to traveling this week/weekend.

Road conditions can be monitored at https://humboldtgov.org/1422/Road-Conditions

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