Rio Dell Warnings, Watches and Advisories

Do not drive vehicles through flooded areas. The water depth or fast flowing water/mud/debris from a flash flood will make road conditions unsafe. Do not rely soley on data presented here or other third-party websites - always check your official national and local weather service agency website, socials, radio and/or TV stations for making critical decisions related to weather events.

Please carefully read each posted Warning and Alert as it relates to the area(s) being affected. We may provide a wider range of issued severe weather warnings for surrounding cities and counties, so some alerts may not directly impact this location. This is done to help with preparing for severe weather that may overlap or be heading towards Rio Dell.

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Winter Storm Warning issued November 22 at 11:08AM PST until November 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected for elevations above 5500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 feet and up to 5 feet along higher peaks. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park Counties. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Snow-covered roads, chain controls and travel delays are likely which will result in very difficult travel at times above 5500 feet. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels this afternoon will be high from 6000-7000 feet, then quickly lowering to around 5000 feet Saturday morning. Snowfall will decrease in intensity from late Saturday afternoon into Sunday, followed by heavy snow at times again Monday and Tuesday.

Flood Watch issued November 22 at 10:58AM PST until November 22 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following areas, Northern Lake and Southern Lake. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. 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. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An additional 1 to 2 inches of rainfall is expected through this evening. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 22 at 10:50AM PST until November 24 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Las Vegas NV

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations 2 to 8 inches between 7000 to 8500 feet, totals up to 18 inches possible near the crest. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet, higher amounts possible near the crest. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Sunday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday evening through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

Winter Storm Watch issued November 22 at 10:50AM PST until November 27 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Las Vegas NV

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected above 7000 feet. Total snow accumulations 2 to 8 inches between 7000 to 8500 feet, totals up to 18 inches possible near the crest. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet, higher amounts possible near the crest. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes. * WHEN...For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Sunday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from Sunday evening through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

Wind Advisory issued November 22 at 10:34AM PST until November 24 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Las Vegas NV

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. Locally higher gusts possible along the eastern slopes of the Sierra, generally west of US Highway 395. * WHERE...Eastern Sierra Slopes and Owens Valley. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing dust may result in locally reduced visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Downslope winds can create sudden gusts which can result in particularly hazardous crosswinds for high profile vehicles.

Wind Advisory issued November 22 at 10:22AM PST until November 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Modoc, Klamath and Lake Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be lost or damaged. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds persist overnight, but could ease for a time into Thursday afternoon. Strong winds are likely to redevelop Thursday evening with gusts to 60 mph into Friday morning.

High Wind Warning issued November 22 at 9:56AM PST until November 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Ridge wind gusts will reach up to 125 mph. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The High Wind Warning ends at 4pm when the Winter Storm Warning begins. Strong winds are expected to continue overnight.

Lake Wind Advisory issued November 22 at 9:56AM PST until November 23 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...For the Lake Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph and waves 2 to 5 feet for Lake Tahoe. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Small boats, kayaks and paddle boards will be prone to capsizing and should remain off lake waters until conditions improve. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While the Wind Advisory will expire, strong winds are expected to continue within the area through tomorrow. Please see the Winter Storm Warning Product for more details.

Flood Advisory issued November 22 at 9:35AM PST until November 23 at 3:15AM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following counties, Marin, Napa and Sonoma. * WHEN...Until 315 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 935 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain. This is causing urban and small stream flooding. Between 5 and 22 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Santa Rosa, Napa, Petaluma, San Rafael, Novato, Rohnert Park, Windsor, American Canyon, Mill Valley, San Anselmo, Larkspur, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Corte Madera, Tiburon, Cloverdale, Fairfax, Sebastopol, Cotati and Sausalito. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Advisory issued November 22 at 9:31AM PST until November 22 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Portions of northwest California, including the following counties, Lake and Mendocino. * WHEN...Until noon PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. River or stream flows are elevated. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 924 AM PST, Small rivers, streams and creeks will slowly recede today. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Ukiah, Fort Bragg, Willits, Lakeport, Point Arena, Ukiah Municipal Airport, Upper Lake, Laytonville, Albion, Middletown, Clearlake, Potter Valley, Witter Springs, Saratoga Springs, Philo, Knobcone Camp, Boonville, Hopland, North Lakeport and Finley. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Advisory issued November 22 at 9:31AM PST until November 22 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following county, Humboldt. * WHEN...Until noon PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 924 AM PST, Small rivers, creeks and streams will slowly recede today. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Eureka, Arcata, Grizzly Creek Redwoods State Park, Willow Creek, Hoopa, Honeydew, Garberville, Orick, Richardson Grove State Park, Shelter Cove, Orleans, Fortuna, Rio Dell, Maple Creek, Bridgeville, Carlotta, Pepperwood, Scotia, McKinleyville and Dinsmore. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Advisory issued November 22 at 9:31AM PST until November 22 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following county, Del Norte. * WHEN...Until noon PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 924 AM PST, Small rivers, creeks and streams will slowly recede today. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Crescent City, Jedediah Smith State Park, Klamath, Jack McNamera Field, Gasquet, Bertsch-Oceanview, Smith River, Crescent City North, Klamath Glen, Requa and Fort Dick. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 9:30AM PST until November 23 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

...The National Weather Service in Sacramento CA has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in California... Sacramento River At Vina Woodson Bridge affecting Tehama County. For the Upper Sacramento River...including Bend Bridge, Vina Woodson Bridge...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Sacramento River at Vina Woodson Bridge. * WHEN...From this evening to tomorrow afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 183.9 feet, Woodson Bridge Park is closed due to flooding. Water is up to the top steps of the recreation center at Woodson Bridge RV Park and spaces 15-33 begin to take on water on the east bank of the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM PST Friday the stage was 179.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 180.0 feet. - Forecast...Forecast to rise to near 183.0 FT late this evening then forecast to fall below monitor stage of 180.0 FT tomorrow morning then forecast to recede to near 171.0 FT late Sunday morning. * Impact...Near 184.9 feet, South Avenue starts to flood east of the river. Near 183.9 feet, Woodson Bridge Park is closed due to flooding. Water is up to the top steps of the recreation center at Woodson Bridge RV Park and spaces 15-33 begin to take on water on the east bank of the river. - Flood stage is 183.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 182.7 feet on 01/14/2023. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 9:30AM PST until November 23 at 7:00PM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in California... Sacramento River At Tehama Bridge affecting Tehama County. For the Upper Sacramento River...including Bend Bridge, Vina Woodson Bridge...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Sacramento River at Tehama Bridge. * WHEN...From this morning to tomorrow evening. * IMPACTS...At 210.7 feet, Between 210 and 211 feet the county park becomes inaccessible. At 211 feet water begins to enter Driftwood RV fishing resort on east bank of river and just north of the county park. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM PST Friday the stage was 211.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 206.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM PST Friday was 211.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 212.2 feet late this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 209.5 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 212.3 feet on 02/19/2024. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 9:15AM PST until November 23 at 1:08AM PST by NWS Eureka CA

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in California... Russian River near Hopland affecting Mendocino County. Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in California... Navarro River at Navarro affecting Mendocino County. ...The Flood Warning for the Van Duzen River at Bridgeville has been cancelled... ...The Flood Warning for the Mad River at Arcata has been cancelled... For the Russian River...including Hopland...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Navarro River...including Navarro...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Eel River...including Fernbridge...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Navarro River at Navarro. * WHEN...Until just after midnight tonight. * IMPACTS...At 23.0 feet, Flooding of Highway 128 approximately 5 miles east of Highway 1 is certain and the road will be closed. Motorists should use alternate routes. At 30.0 feet, Water will flow over the south bank of the river approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1, and begins to flood property in this area including six homes. Expect closure of Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 AM PST Friday the stage was 22.3 feet. - Forecast...The river will rise above flood stage late this morning to 28.6 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage this evening to 9.2 feet late Sunday evening. It will rise to 9.5 feet Monday morning. It will then fall again and remain below flood stage. - Flood stage is 23.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 29.5 feet on 02/07/2015. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 9:15AM PST until November 23 at 5:48AM PST by NWS Eureka CA

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in California... Russian River near Hopland affecting Mendocino County. Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in California... Navarro River at Navarro affecting Mendocino County. ...The Flood Warning for the Van Duzen River at Bridgeville has been cancelled... ...The Flood Warning for the Mad River at Arcata has been cancelled... For the Russian River...including Hopland...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Navarro River...including Navarro...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Eel River...including Fernbridge...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Russian River near Hopland. * WHEN...Until late tonight. * IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Flooding of Highway 175 is expected at the approaches to the Russian River bridge. Expect flooding of cropland on the right bank of river. At 17.0 feet, Significant flooding of Highway 175 at the approaches to the Russian River bridge. Minor flooding of Highway 222 near Ukiah, and in crop land along the left and right banks of the Russian River near Hopland. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM PST Friday the stage was 16.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 21.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM PST Friday was 16.9 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 17.0 feet late this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late this afternoon. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 16.9 feet on 12/29/2010. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 9:15AM PST until November 23 at 12:48PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in California... Russian River near Hopland affecting Mendocino County. Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County. ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in California... Navarro River at Navarro affecting Mendocino County. ...The Flood Warning for the Van Duzen River at Bridgeville has been cancelled... ...The Flood Warning for the Mad River at Arcata has been cancelled... For the Russian River...including Hopland...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Navarro River...including Navarro...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Eel River...including Fernbridge...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Eel River at Fernbridge. * WHEN...Until early tomorrow afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 22.0 feet, 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 and Cannibal Island Road. A Special Action Advisory is being issued to all owners of livestock in low-lying areas of the Eel River Delta. Owners of livestock should take appropriate action to protect their animals. 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. At 24.0 feet, Minor flooding of Highway 211 to Ferndale south of Fernbridge. Much of the Eel Delta may be flooded, including areas northwest of Loleta and the western portion of Cannibal Island Road. Flooding will be enhanced for longer duration events. A Special Action Advisory is being issued to all owners of livestock in all low-lying areas adjacent to the Eel River. Appropriate action should be taken to protect livestock. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:15 AM PST Friday the stage was 23.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 20.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:15 AM PST Friday was 23.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 23.7 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 20.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 23.7 feet on 12/19/1981. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Advisory issued November 22 at 9:01AM PST until November 23 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following counties, Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Plumas, Shasta, Sierra, Sutter, Tehama and Yuba. * WHEN...Until 900 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. Increasing water levels along streams and creeks with enhanced runoff in the Park Fire burn scar. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 901 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain. Minor flooding is already occurring in the advisory area. Between 3 and 10 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 4 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Pulga, Mineral, Brush Creek Rs, Chester, Quincy, Palermo, Shingletown, Glenn, Gridley, East Quincy, Mill Creek, Butte Meadows, Stirling City, Lovelock, De Sabla Powerhouse, Storrie and Forest Ranch. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Avalanche Watch issued November 22 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Reno NV

AVAREV The following message is transmitted at the request of the U.S. Forest Service Sierra Avalanche Center. The Sierra Avalanche Center in Truckee has issued a BACKCOUNTRY AVALANCHE WATCH for the following areas: NWS Reno NV - NVZ002 (Greater Lake Tahoe)...CAZ072 (Greater Lake Tahoe (CA)) * WHAT...HIGH avalanche danger is expected to occur in the backcountry Friday night and may continue through Saturday. * WHERE...Central Sierra Nevada Mountains between Yuba Pass (Hwy 49) on the north and Ebbetts Pass (Hwy 4) on the south, including the greater Lake Tahoe area. This does not include ski areas and highways where avalanche mitigation programs exist. * WHEN...In effect from Fri 09:00 AM PST to Sat 06:00 AM PST. * IMPACTS...A powerful storm with large amounts of new snow, rain, and strong winds may cause widespread avalanche activity in the mountains. Avalanches large enough to bury people or knock down large trees could occur in backcountry areas. * PRECAUTIONARY / PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Very dangerous avalanche conditions may occur Friday night and Saturday. Traveling in, near, or below backcountry avalanche terrain is not recommended. Consult https://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org/ or www.avalanche.org for more detailed information. Similar avalanche danger may exist at locations outside the coverage area of this or any avalanche center.

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 8:32AM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in California... Russian River at Johnsons Beach at Guerneville affecting Sonoma County. .Minor flood stage is now expected to arrive this afternoon or evening. For the Russian River...including Johnsons Beach at Guerneville... Minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Russian River at Johnsons Beach at Guerneville. * WHEN...From this afternoon until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 34.0 feet, In Guerneville flooding begins at Johnsons Resort, Parkers Resort, Creekside Resort and Riverside Park. In Northwood lower Redwood Drive begins to flood. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:00 AM PST Friday the stage was 28.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 32.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this evening and continue rising to a crest of 34.2 feet late tonight. - Flood stage is 32.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 34.2 feet on 12/25/1983. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Red Flag Warning issued November 22 at 8:28AM PST until November 22 at 7:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity, which is in effect until 7 PM PST this evening. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 274 Southern Mono County, Fire Weather Zone 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties and Fire Weather Zone 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * Winds...South to southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Wind prone areas may reach gusts of 80 mph. * Humidity...As low as 12 to 18 percent. * Duration...3 to 9 hours of critical conditions. * Impacts...The combination of gusty winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.

Flood Advisory issued November 22 at 8:00AM PST until November 22 at 11:45AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following counties, Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Shasta and Tehama. * WHEN...Until 1145 AM PST. * IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 759 AM PST, California Highway Patrol reported areas of roadway flooding along CA-99 in Tehama County between Los Molinos and Red Bluff. Minor flooding is already occurring. Between 3 and 9 inches of rain have fallen in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Redding, Red Bluff, Corning, Orland, Willows, Elk Creek, Palo Cedro, Alder Springs, Yolla Bolly District Rs, Shasta Dam, Shingletown, Glenn, Shasta Lake, Anderson, Tehama, Rancho Tehama Reserve, Blossom, Flournoy, Henleyville and Paskenta. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Wind Advisory issued November 22 at 6:51AM PST until November 22 at 10:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected, locally higher gusts greater than 65 mph are possible above 2,500 feet. * WHERE...Coastal and higher elevation regions of the North Bay, the city of San Francisco, the East Bay and Santa Clara Hills, Santa Cruz Mountains and San Mateo, the Gabilan Range, the Santa Lucia Range, southern Monterey Bay, and coastal Big Sur. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The combination of wind and moist soils will increase the risk for downed trees particularly across the North Bay. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A narrow frontal rain band will move through the Bay Area and Central Coast today which will result in gusty south winds ahead of and during its passage. Winds will start to ease overnight after the frontal rain band has progressed out of the region. Moderate to heavy rains over the last 48 hours have saturated soils across the North Bay which will lead to increased risk of downed trees and power lines as gusty winds redevelop.

Flood Watch issued November 22 at 5:25AM PST until November 23 at 10:00AM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...The North Bay. * WHEN...Through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Winter Storm Warning issued November 22 at 3:48AM PST until November 23 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning Today: Heavy snow for Mono County above 7000 feet. Snow accumulations of 10 to 18 inches with isolated amounts up to 2 feet. Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Ridge wind gusts will reach up to 125 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch Sunday-Tuesday: Heavy snow with 4 to 8 inches below 7000 feet. 1 to 3 feet possible above 7000 feet. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Sunday night through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Winter Storm Warning issued November 22 at 3:48AM PST until November 23 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning today: Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet above 7,000 feet and up to 3 feet at the highest peaks. 2 to 6 inches below 7,000 feet. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Ridge wind gusts will reach up to 125 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch Sunday-Tuesday: Heavy snow with 3-8 inches below 7000 feet and 1 to 3 feet above 7000 feet. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, and Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 10 AM this morning to 10 PM PST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Sunday night through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Winter Storm Watch issued November 22 at 3:48AM PST until November 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning today: Heavy snow. Snow accumulations between 1 to 2 feet above 7,000 feet and up to 3 feet at the highest peaks. 2 to 6 inches below 7,000 feet. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Ridge wind gusts will reach up to 125 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch Sunday-Tuesday: Heavy snow with 3-8 inches below 7000 feet and 1 to 3 feet above 7000 feet. * WHERE...Greater Lake Tahoe Area, and Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 10 AM this morning to 10 PM PST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Sunday night through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Winter Storm Watch issued November 22 at 3:48AM PST until November 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning Today: Heavy snow for Mono County above 7000 feet. Snow accumulations of 10 to 18 inches with isolated amounts up to 2 feet. Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Ridge wind gusts will reach up to 125 mph. For the Winter Storm Watch Sunday-Tuesday: Heavy snow with 4 to 8 inches below 7000 feet. 1 to 3 feet possible above 7000 feet. * WHERE...Mono County. * WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PST Saturday. For the Winter Storm Watch, from late Sunday night through Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. Very strong winds could cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

Winter Storm Warning issued November 22 at 3:46AM PST until November 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Hanford CA

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 6500 feet. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 24 inches possible. High elevation snow up to 4 feet. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...A portion of central California. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening and Monday morning commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Winter Weather Advisory issued November 22 at 3:33AM PST until November 23 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Snow expected above 4,000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. * WHERE...Northern Trinity. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate snow impacting Highway 3 at Scott Mountain Pass.

Flood Warning issued November 22 at 1:51AM PST until November 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in California... Russian River near Hopland affecting Mendocino County. Navarro River at Navarro affecting Mendocino County. Mad River near Arcata affecting Humboldt County. Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County. Van Duzen River Near Bridgeville affecting Humboldt County. For the Russian River...including Hopland...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Navarro River...including Navarro...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Mad River...including Arcata...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Eel River...including Fernbridge, Scotia, Bridgeville, Fort Seward, Miranda...Major flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Van Duzen River near Bridgeville. * WHEN...Until late this afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet, Flooding begins in lower portions of Grizzly Creek State Park and along River Bar Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:15 AM PST Friday the stage was 12.6 feet. - Bankfull stage is 17.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this morning to a crest of 17.2 feet this morning. It will then fall below flood stage late this morning. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 17.2 feet on 03/26/1971. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Wind Advisory issued November 22 at 12:06AM PST until November 23 at 6:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

* WHAT...South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 6 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Flood Watch issued November 21 at 11:21PM PST until November 23 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Sacramento CA

* WHAT...Prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rain with additional amounts of 1 to 4 inches expected, and up to 4 to 9 inches possible in the foothills. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following areas, Central Sacramento Valley, Mountains Southwestern Shasta County to Western Colusa County, Northeast Foothills/Sacramento Valley, Northern Sacramento Valley and Shasta Lake Area / Northern Shasta County. * WHEN...Through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in sharp rises of rivers, creeks, and streams, and ponding of water or flooding on roadways and other low-lying locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 21 at 10:47PM PST until November 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...East central Sonoma County. * WHEN...Until 400 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1046 PM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated an area of very heavy rainfall across the warned area. Flooding is already occurring along Sonoma Creek at Kenwood and Agua Caliente with additional rises possible. Between 4 and 8 inches of rain have fallen. Water levels may fall during breaks in the rain but rise quickly after the rain resumes. - Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Sonoma, Boyes Hot Springs, Eldridge, Glen Ellen, Fetters Hot Springs-Agua Caliente, Fetters Hot Spring, El Verano and Temelec. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 21 at 10:46PM PST until November 22 at 4:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Central Sonoma County. * WHEN...Until 400 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1045 PM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated an area of very heavy rainfall across the warned area. Between 4 and 18 inches of rain have fallen. Minor to moderate flooding is occuring at Green Valley Creek at Martinelli, Mark West Creek near Mirabel Heights, Maacama Creek near Kellogg, Santa Rosa Creek at Willowside, Colgan Creek near Sebastopol, Laguna de Santa Rosa near Stony Point, and Copeland Creek at Rohnert Park. Additional rises will be possible across the warned area. Water levels may fall during breaks in the rain but rise quickly after the rain resumes. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 4 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Windsor, Healdsburg, Sebastopol, Cotati, Larkfield-Wikiup, Roseland, South Santa Rosa Cdp, Forestville, Guerneville, Graton and South Santa Rosa. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 21 at 2:04PM PST until November 22 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Eureka CA

* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following county, southwestern Mendocino. * WHEN...Until 800 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Prolonged, heavy rainfall is causing the Garcia River at Point arena to rise significantly enough to flood Highway 1 between Flumeville and Stornetta. The Garcia River is forecast to peak near 12 AM Friday at 15 feet. Attitudinal heavy rainfall is forecast to continue through tonight. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 204 PM PST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of Southwestern Mendocino County. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Advisory issued November 21 at 1:22PM PST until November 23 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Reno NV

* WHAT...Minor flooding is possible for the Susan River, small creeks and streams, and on or near recent burn scars. This does not include the Middle Fork of the Feather or the Pit River in Lassen County. * WHERE...A portion of northeast California, including the following counties, Lassen, Plumas and Sierra. * WHEN...Until noon PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding possible along low lying areas near the Susan River in and downstream of Susanville, as well as near other creeks, streams, urban areas. Rock and debris may cover roads especially near or below recent burn areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 112 PM PST, Rounds of high elevation snow and heavy rain are forecast today through Saturday morning before transitioning to snow. - Total rainfall amounts of 3 to 6 inches are expected over the area. The Susan River has been slow to rise as of Thursday afternoon, but additional rainfall may result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Eagle Lake, Termo, Herlong, Beckwourth, Doyle, Blairsden, Plumas Eureka State Park, Graeagle, Chilcoot, Bieber, Sierraville, Nubieber, Stampede Reservoir, Verdi, Susanville, Standish, Janesville, Aspen Grove Campground, Antelope Lake and Spaulding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood For river forecast updates, visit cnrfc.noaa.gov

Flood Warning issued November 21 at 12:55PM PST until November 23 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR

* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following county, Siskiyou. * WHEN...Until 400 AM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1240 PM PST, radar, satellite and rain gauge data indicate heavy rain and snowmelt in the warned area. Over the past 18 hours, the snow level has risen to above 6000 feet, and heavy rains of up to several inches have fallen on top of two to three feet of new snow. As a result, flooding is imminent. - Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 8 inches are possible in the warned area through Saturday. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mount Shasta, Weed, Dunsmuir, Pilgrim Creek Snow Park, Trout Creek Campground, Cattle Camp Campground, Fowlers Camp Campground And McCloud Falls, McCloud, Tennant, Mount Shasta Summit Plateau, Mount Shasta Ski Park Highway, Mount Shasta Bunny Flat Trail, Mcbride Springs Campground, Pondosa, Four Corners Snow Park, I 5 Black Butte Summit, Carrick, Edgewood, Medicine Lake Campground and Callahan. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued November 20 at 12:45PM PST until November 23 at 12:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall and snow melt is expected. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Oregon, including Coos, Curry, Jackson, and Josephine counties and western Siskiyou County in northern California. * WHEN...Until midnight PST Friday Night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1227 PM PST, satellite estimates and rain gauge data indicate heavy rain in the warned area. Between 1 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 3 to 7 inches are possible in the warned area. Some areas will receive snowfall and then switch to rainfall. Rain can melt the snow and cause a higher runoff response than rainfall alone. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood