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Flood Advisory
Issued: 3:58 PM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Humboldt County in northwestern California... * Until 1100 AM PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 754 AM PST, Local officials reported small stream flooding in the advisory area on Highway 36 near Carlotta and in the Ferndale area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include...Highway 36 near Carlotta, the Eel River Delta, and other low lying locations. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. &&
Flood Advisory
Issued: 2:44 PM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1045 AM PST THIS MORNING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Humboldt County in northwestern California... * Until 1045 AM PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 644 AM PST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include...Jacoby Creek, Hookton Slough, Elk River, and Little River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. 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. &&
High Wind Watch
Issued: 1:10 PM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Del Norte and Northern Humboldt Coast. * WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward ridges and exposed coastal headlands. There is an increased risk of tree branches and other debris on roadways. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. &&
Flood Watch
Issued: 6:02 AM Dec. 24, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Del Norte County, Humboldt County, Trinity County, Mendocino County, and Lake County. * WHEN...Through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rounds of heavy rain expected through Friday night. An additional 3-6, locally up to 9 inches of total rain is possible through Friday. There will be breaks in the heavy precipitation, but heavy rain falling on already saturated ground will promote flooding impacts. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
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