[UPDATE 5:19 p.m.] Flood News from Humboldt County

UPDATE 5:19 p.m.: Humboldt County’s Office of Emergency Services states that the Eel River at Fernbridge is expected to flood tonight at approximately 5 p.m. through 10 p.m. tomorrow.

Press release from Humboldt County:

Significant rainfall from last evening and today may cause local area river levels to rise above flood stage.  The weather forecast is calling for additional inch or so of rainfall through Wednesday, though more rain can be expected at higher elevations.  Residents should continue to monitor local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for updated weather forecasts and flood information.  Weather information may be obtained by calling the National Weather Service recorded forecast line at (707) 443-7062.

Flood monitor Chris Valk

Eel River at Sylvandale reaches flood monitor stage as of 2:40 p.m. [Photo by a reader]

The Van Duzen River is forecast to hit flood stage by 4 p.m. which will affect low-lying areas along Highway 36, especially east of Carlotta and near Grizzly Creek State Park. Portions of River Bar Road in the Starvation Flats area are likely to be impassable. At the state park water may reach near the office.The Eel River at Scotia is forecast to hit flood stage at 3 a.m. and rise to 52.9 feet by 7 a.m. Wednesday. Minor flooding in the Shively area is possible.The Eel River River at Fernbridge is forecast to hit flood stage at 4 p.m. today, and rise further to 25.5 feet by 7 a.m. on Wednesday. Severe flooding of the Eel River Delta is expected, including areas northwest of Loleta and the western portion of Cannibal Island Road. Numerous road closures in low-lying areas are also expected, including Highway 211 to Ferndale.

A Special Action Advisory is being issued to all owners of livestock near the river and in low-lying areas. These animals are at potential risk due to rises in the Eel River and appropriate action should be considered.You can monitor river heights on line through the Eureka National Weather Service at

http://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov/index.php?type=ol&product=fcstPointsFcst.

Call 911 for emergencies and Red Cross (1-800-RED-CROSS) with shelter needs.

If you live in the areas impacted by flooding rivers, you are advised to take precautions to protect yourself and your property.  Owners of livestock should take appropriate action to protect livestock from rising river levels.

Please check on your neighbors to make sure they have received this flood warning.  If you decide to evacuate your residence, be sure to take essential items such as medicine, special foods, personal items, baby supplies, clothing, money, and valuable documents.  Do not overload your car.  Secure your home before you leave.

Never drive through flooded roadways.  Do not bypass or go around barricades.

For current information, stay tuned to your local radio stations or NOAA Weather Radio. You can also follow the Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services Facebook page for updates.

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707ryda
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707ryda
7 years ago

Damn!!!!!

Mom
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Mom
7 years ago

Yes it’s kinda scary out there

Anonymous
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Anonymous
7 years ago

One of the few times I’m thrilled to be living on a rock pile (chirt formation) with a bunch of rattlesnakes!

Shaka
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Shaka
7 years ago
Reply to  Anonymous

Rattlesnakes in January?

scooter
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scooter
7 years ago
Reply to  Shaka

They don’t fly south….

Anonymous
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Anonymous
7 years ago
Reply to  Shaka

They’re here. Trust me. They’re sleeping right next to the house.

John
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John
7 years ago

350 pm

Momofmayhem
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Momofmayhem
7 years ago

Everyone is acting all surprised by the water… hey anyone remember like 5 years ago this was normal Humboldt winter weather? 97′ flood was crazy that one flooded Carlotta ferndale Rio Dell and parts of fortuna… that was crazy… this is normal.. ps farmers almanac said it would be a wet wet wet winter. 🙂 welcome to (the OG) Humboldt

silverlining
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silverlining
7 years ago
Reply to  Momofmayhem

I was so busy skiing powder those years I forgot how much it rained here.

April
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April
7 years ago
Reply to  Momofmayhem

Of course ’97 was a flood year… Northern Idaho had nearly 30′ of snow, North Dakota had houses where you could not see the roof if they were single level. ’64 was a flood year as was ’73 when a lot of HSC students from southern California left at the end of fall quarter because they could not handle the grey & wet. A good portion of that winter we would have a bit of sunshine on Sunday, otherwise grey & rainy. My introduction to Humboldt County & I loved it!

William Shakespeare
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7 years ago

To all you Green Horns this is what Humboldt weather use to be.

O. Crimony
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O. Crimony
7 years ago

A normal year at last!! Yay! It’s been a long time. No El Nino, No La Nina, just a traditional Humboldt winter!

John
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John
7 years ago

This year is different because we’ve had so many years of drought and then to get the drenching rain that is normal for our county is causing a lot of mayhem and by the way 16 inches of rain in October I’ve been here 51 years is not the norm

silverlining
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silverlining
7 years ago
Reply to  John

Still not the old normal unless it goes on for months.

silverlining
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silverlining
7 years ago

So,….how about that drought?

Life time local
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Life time local
7 years ago
Reply to  silverlining

Ask California they say the drought is still on lol

John
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John
7 years ago

Just sayin.

silverlining
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silverlining
7 years ago
Reply to  John

Just heard from a friend that the water level at Whitmore ( now some other name ) bridge is a few feet from the bottom of the bridge.
That would make it as high as I have seen since the highest I have seen it . ( 83 or maybe 86 )

Ed Voice
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Ed Voice
7 years ago

Did Randall Sand & Gravel flood yet?

Anony Mouse
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Anony Mouse
7 years ago

Dean Creek is starting to breach at the campground. And there are a couple spots on the way north to Philipsville that are flooded with signs in the middle of the road. Just drove through at 2013

Sohum mom
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Sohum mom
7 years ago

Should I be worried at Dean Creek?! I’m a single mom and have a baby grandson. Should we evacuate?

thebigdeal
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thebigdeal
7 years ago

Green houses in Pville are flooding. LOL. The county is responsible for this. They all drive by and see the encroachment on the river and do nothing. Now, lots of grow shit and misc. debris are in our river. Humboldt county is responsible and should be held accountable for their lack of enforcement.

silverlining
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silverlining
7 years ago
Reply to  thebigdeal

Don’t you know trailer parks attract floods and tornadoes.

John
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John
7 years ago

I saw that today also probably worse now but yeah absolutely disgusting

thebigdeal
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thebigdeal
7 years ago

Our county officials are lazy! They rely on a system that requires citizens to turn each other in before anything is done. This is wrong. Laws need to be enforced. The encroachment on our rivers is everywhere. Growing pot on the river bar is BS and offensive.

Ed Voice
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Ed Voice
7 years ago

So much for the Tooby Park play ground. And I hope Randall Sand & Gravel had their 2000 gallon diesel tank anchored?

https://waterdata.usgs.gov/ca/nwis/uv?site_no=11476500

gunther
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gunther
7 years ago

I guess there won’t be any steelhead fishing for awhile.

Ben
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Ben
7 years ago

South Fork has dropped below monitor stage (27 feet) this morning and the weather looks good for the weekend..

G-MAS
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G-MAS
7 years ago

Nothing like the 64 flood.i have a photo of my dad at the edge of what was left of the Rio dell bridge.Now that was flooding!!!he drove for market wholesale.

visitor
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visitor
7 years ago
Reply to  G-MAS

Rio Dell Bridge collapse, 1964, from LoCO.

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