Flood Watch issued December 23 at 12:22PM PST until December 25 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Significant and widespread flooding caused by excessive
rainfall will be likely, with potential debris flow impacts across
recent burn scars.
* WHERE...For all areas of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura
and Los Angeles counties.
* WHEN...From 4 PM PST this afternoon through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...This prolonged strong Atmospheric River storm system
will bring periods of heavy rain from late Tuesday into Thursday
evening. Potential flooding impacts include the threat of
significant and widespread urban roadway flooding, a high risk of
major rock/mudslides, and rapid rises in creeks, streams, and
rivers which will likely lead to swift water rescues. The recent
burn scars will be at risk for debris flows, possibly damaging.
These flooding impacts will likely lead to significant travel
delays and road closures during this busy holiday travel period.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Heavy rainfall with possible thunderstorms is expected with
high rainfall rates, potentially exceeding one inch per hour
during the peak of the event Tuesday night into Wednesday
across favored south facing slopes and near thunderstorms.
Another round of heavier rain and thunderstorms will be
possible on Thursday.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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.
Varoitus voimassa ke klo 2:00 - pe klo 8:00
