Alert archive / California / River Flood Warnings in 2016
River Flood Warning 10, NWS Eureka, CA
NWS Eureka, CA issued this river flood warning at Dec 14, 2016, 3:15 PM PST for Mendocino County, California. It took effect at Dec 15, 2016, 2:28 PM PST. It was in force for 20 hr.
The area
The outline as issued.
The facts
- Issued
- Dec 14, 2016, 3:15 PM PST (23:15 UTC)
- In effect from
- Dec 15, 2016, 2:28 PM PST
- Expired
- Dec 16, 2016, 10:56 AM PST
- In force
- 20 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Eureka, CA
- Area
- Storm-based polygon
- Flood severity
- Minor
County Mendocino County, CA
The radar
The Eureka (Bunker Hill) radar (KBHX), 155 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:18 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
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The river
Written for the forecast point Navarro River near Navarro (NVRC1). The gauge peaked at 24.18 ft at Dec 15, 2016, 6:00 PM PST.
- Minor stage
- 23 ft
- Moderate stage
- 30 ft
- Major stage
- 34 ft
This gauge today: stage, forecast and historic crests
Stage from the USGS instantaneous record for site 11468000, one reading an hour, from a day before the product to a day after it ended. Flood stages are today's.
The text
As transmitted.
895
WGUS46 KEKA 142315
FLWEKA
BULLETIN - IMMEDIATE BROADCAST REQUESTED
FLOOD WARNING
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE EUREKA, CA
315 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
...The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued
a Flood Warning in cooperation with the California Department
of Water Resources for the following rivers in California...
Navarro River At Navarro affecting Mendocino County
Eel River At Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County
Van Duzen River Near Bridgeville affecting Humboldt County
A frontal system will bring periods of moderate to heavy rain tonight
through Thursday afternoon. This will cause a rapid and steep rise on the
lower Eel River, Van Duzen River, and Navarro River. Forecast rainfall
amounts of 3 to 4 inches in the lower Eel River Basin, 4 to 5 inches in
the Van Duzen River Basin, and 3 to 4 inches in the Navarro River Basin.
This will result in rivers' exceeding their banks.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
SAFETY MESSAGE...
Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about
two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions...
call CALTRANS at 1-800-427-7623.
STAY TUNED TO DEVELOPMENTS BY LISTENING TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR YOUR
LOCAL TV OR RADIO STATIONS.
The next statement will be issued December 14, 2016 by 10:00 PM or as
warranted by changing conditions.
&&
CAC045-150715-
/O.NEW.KEKA.FL.W.0010.161216T0220Z-161216T1856Z/
/NVRC1.1.ER.161216T0220Z.161216T0800Z.161216T1256Z.NO/
315 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a
* Flood Warning for
The Navarro River At Navarro.
* From Thursday evening to Friday morning...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 2:15 PM Wednesday the stage was 5.4 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* This river is forecast to rise above flood stage Thursday
evening.
* IMPACTS...At 30.0 feet...Water will flow over the south bank of the
river approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1, and begin to flood
property in this area including six homes. Expect closure of
Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes.
* FLOOD HISTORY...This crest compares to a previous crest of 29.5 feet
on Feb 7 2015.
&&
LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
$$
CAC023-150715-
/O.NEW.KEKA.FL.W.0011.161216T0000Z-161217T0020Z/
/FRNC1.1.ER.161216T0000Z.161216T0800Z.161216T1820Z.NO/
315 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a
* Flood Warning for
The Eel River At Fernbridge.
* from Thursday afternoon to Friday afternoon...or until the warning
is cancelled.
* At 2:15 PM Wednesday the stage was 7.4 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* This river is forecast to rise above flood stage Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 22.0 feet...The western half of the Eel Delta may be
completely flooded, especially if at or above this level for an
extended period of time. This includes areas northwest of Loleta
and the western portion of Cannibal Island Road.
* FLOOD HISTORY...This crest compares to a previous crest of 21.3 feet
on Jan 16 1956.
&&
LAT...LON 4058 12412 4063 12421 4069 12427 4058 12435
4052 12418
$$
CAC023-150715-
/O.NEW.KEKA.FL.W.0012.161215T1500Z-161215T2330Z/
/BRGC1.1.ER.161215T1500Z.161215T1600Z.161215T1730Z.NO/
315 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a
* Flood Warning for
The Van Duzen River Near Bridgeville.
* from Thursday morning to Thursday afternoon...or until the warning
is cancelled.
* At 2:15 PM Wednesday the stage was 6.6 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
* This river is forecast to rise above flood stage early Thursday
morning.
* IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet...Flooding will begin in lower portions of
Grizzly Creek State Park and along River Bar Road.
* FLOOD HISTORY...This crest compares to a previous crest of 17.2 feet
on Mar 26 1971.
&&
LAT...LON 4051 12381 4059 12405 4058 12412 4052 12418
4052 12387 4044 12381
$$5 follow-up statements
695
WGUS86 KEKA 150527
FLSEKA
FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE EUREKA, CA
927 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
California...
Navarro River At Navarro affecting Mendocino County
Eel River At Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County
Van Duzen River Near Bridgeville affecting Humboldt County
A frontal system will bring periods of moderate to heavy rain tonight
through Thursday afternoon. This will cause a rapid and steep rise on the
lower Eel River, Van Duzen River, and Navarro River. Forecast rainfall
amounts of 3 to 4 inches in the lower Eel River Basin, 4 to 5 inches in
the Van Duzen River Basin, and 3 to 4 inches in the Navarro River Basin
will result in rivers exceeding their banks.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about
two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions...
call CALTRANS at 1-800-427-7623.
STAY TUNED TO DEVELOPMENTS BY LISTENING TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR YOUR
LOCAL TV OR RADIO STATIONS.
The next statement will be issued by 1000 AM Thursday or as
warranted by changing conditions.
&&
CAC045-151927-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0010.161215T2348Z-161216T1950Z/
/NVRC1.1.ER.161215T2348Z.161216T0500Z.161216T1350Z.NO/
927 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
The flood warning continues for the Navarro River at Navarro.
* from Thursday afternoon to Friday morning, or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 8:15 PM Wednesday the stage was 5.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* The river is forecast to crest near 29.1 feet late Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...At 30.0 feet, water will flow over the south bank of the
river approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1 and begin to flood
property in this area including several homes. Expect closure of
Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes.
&&
LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
$$
CAC023-151927-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0011.161216T0015Z-161216T2240Z/
/FRNC1.1.ER.161216T0015Z.161216T0600Z.161216T1640Z.NO/
927 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
The flood warning continues for the Eel River at Fernbridge.
* from Thursday afternoon to Friday afternoon, or until the warning
is cancelled.
* At 8:15 PM Wednesday the stage was 9.2 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* The river is forecast to crest near 21.2 feet Thursday night.
* 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 the western portion of Cannibal Island Road.
&&
LAT...LON 4058 12412 4063 12421 4069 12427 4058 12435
4052 12418
$$
CAC023-151927-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0012.161215T1530Z-161215T2340Z/
/BRGC1.1.ER.161215T1530Z.161215T1600Z.161215T1740Z.NO/
927 PM PST WED DEC 14 2016
The Flood warning continues for the Van Duzen River near Bridgeville.
* from Thursday morning to Thursday afternoon, or until the warning
is cancelled.
* At 8:15 PM Wednesday the stage was 5.9 feet.
* Flood stage is 17.0 feet.
* The river is forecast to crest near 17.2 feet Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet, flooding will begin in lower portions of
Grizzly Creek State Park and along River Bar Road.
&&
LAT...LON 4051 12381 4059 12405 4058 12412 4052 12418
4052 12387 4044 12381
$$979
WGUS86 KEKA 151759
FLSEKA
FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE EUREKA, CA
959 AM PST THU DEC 15 2016
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
California...
Navarro River At Navarro affecting Mendocino County
Eel River At Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County
A frontal system will bring periods of moderate rain
today. This will cause a rapid and steep rise on the
Navarro River. Forecast rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches in the Navarro
River Basin will result in the river exceeding its bank. For the Eel
River Basin rainfall has turned to showers and will gradually end
this afternoon. The Lower Eel River will continue to rise due to
upstream inflow.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
SAFETY MESSAGE...
Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about
two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions...
call CALTRANS at 1-800-427-7623.
STAY TUNED TO DEVELOPMENTS BY LISTENING TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR YOUR
LOCAL TV OR RADIO STATIONS.
The next statement will be issued December 15, 2016 by 4:00 PM or
as warranted by changing conditions.
&&
CAC045-160559-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0010.161215T2228Z-161216T1900Z/
/NVRC1.1.ER.161215T2228Z.161216T0500Z.161216T1300Z.NO/
959 AM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning continues for
The Navarro River At Navarro.
* From this afternoon to Friday morning...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* AT 9:15 AM Thursday the stage was 10.4 feet.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* IMPACTS...At 30.0 feet...Water will flow over the south bank of the
river approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1, and begin to flood
property in this area including six homes. Expect closure of
Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes.
&&
LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
$$
CAC023-160559-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0011.161216T0700Z-161216T2030Z/
/FRNC1.1.ER.161216T0700Z.161216T1100Z.161216T1430Z.NO/
959 AM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning continues for
The Eel River At Fernbridge.
* From this evening to Friday afternoon...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* AT 9:15 AM Thursday the stage was 14.8 feet.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet...Expect significant flooding of the western
portions of Cannibal Island Road, Camp Weott Road, Salt River, Old
River, and all adjacent low lying areas. Flooding in these areas is
exaggerated when crest timing is coincident with high tides and
strong onshore winds, and for longer duration events. Livestock in
low lying areas of the Eel Delta are at risk due to rising river
levels. Owners of livestock should consider taking appropriate
action to protect livestock.
&&
LAT...LON 4058 12412 4063 12421 4069 12427 4058 12435
4052 12418
$$585
WGUS86 KEKA 152326
FLSEKA
FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE EUREKA, CA
326 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
California...
Navarro River At Navarro affecting Mendocino County
Eel River At Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County
The cold front will soon be exiting Mendocino County and the rain will
end. The Navarro River will continue to rise through the afternoon and will
crest this evening. The lower Eel River will continue to rise through this
evening and will crest early Friday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
SAFETY MESSAGE...
Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about
two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions...
call CALTRANS at 1-800-427-7623.
STAY TUNED TO DEVELOPMENTS BY LISTENING TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR YOUR
LOCAL TV OR RADIO STATIONS.
The next statement will be issued December 15, 2016 by 10:00 PM or
as warranted by changing conditions.
&&
CAC045-161126-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0010.000000T0000Z-161216T1612Z/
/NVRC1.1.ER.161215T2249Z.161216T0400Z.161216T1012Z.NO/
326 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning continues for
The Navarro River At Navarro.
* until Friday morning...or until the warning is cancelled.
* At 2:15 PM Thursday the stage was 22.2 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* This river is forecast to crest near 27 feet around 8:00 PM tonight.
* IMPACTS...At 30.0 feet...Water will flow over the south bank of the
river approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1, and begin to flood
property in this area including six homes. Expect closure of
Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes.
&&
LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
$$
CAC023-161126-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0011.161216T0900Z-161216T2000Z/
/FRNC1.1.ER.161216T0900Z.161216T1100Z.161216T1400Z.NO/
326 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning continues for
The Eel River At Fernbridge.
* from late tonight to Friday afternoon...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 2:15 PM Thursday the stage was 16.6 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* This river is forecast to crest near 20.2 feet around 4:00 AM Friday
morning.
* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet...Expect significant flooding of the western
portions of Cannibal Island Road, Camp Weott Road, Salt River, Old
River, and all adjacent low lying areas. Flooding in these areas is
exaggerated when crest timing is coincident with high tides and
strong onshore winds, and for longer duration events. Livestock in
low lying areas of the Eel Delta are at risk due to rising river
levels. Owners of livestock should consider taking appropriate
action to protect livestock.
&&
LAT...LON 4058 12412 4063 12421 4069 12427 4058 12435
4052 12418
$$105
WGUS86 KEKA 160407
FLSEKA
FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE EUREKA, CA
807 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
California...
Navarro River At Navarro affecting Mendocino County
Eel River At Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County
The cold front has exited Mendocino County and the rain has ended. The Navarro River has crested...and will continue to fall overnight. The lower Eel River will continue to rise through this evening and will crest early Friday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
SAFETY MESSAGE...
Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about
two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions...
call CALTRANS at 1-800-427-7623.
STAY TUNED TO DEVELOPMENTS BY LISTENING TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR YOUR
LOCAL TV OR RADIO STATIONS.
The next statement will be issued { ...enter date and time...} or as
warranted by changing conditions.
&&
CAC045-161306-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0010.000000T0000Z-161216T1306Z/
/NVRC1.1.ER.161215T2254Z.161216T0215Z.161216T0706Z.NO/
807 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning continues for
The Navarro River At Navarro.
* until late tonight...or until the warning is cancelled.
* At 7:15 PM Thursday the stage was 24.1 feet.
* Minor Flooding is occurring and Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* FORECAST...The river will rise to near 23.9 feet late this evening.
* IMPACTS...At 23.0 feet...Flooding of Highway 128 approximately 5
miles from Highway 1 is certain and the road will be closed.
Motorists should use alternate routes.
&&
LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
$$
CAC023-161607-
/O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0011.161216T0900Z-161216T2130Z/
/FRNC1.1.ER.161216T0900Z.161216T1200Z.161216T1530Z.NO/
807 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
...Flood warning extended until Friday afternoon...The flood warning
continues for
The Eel River At Fernbridge.
* from late tonight to Friday afternoon...or until the warning is
cancelled.
* At 7:15 PM Thursday the stage was 18.5 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* FORECAST...The river will rise to near 20.3 feet early tomorrow
morning.
* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet...Expect significant flooding of the western
portions of Cannibal Island Road, Camp Weott Road, Salt River, Old
River, and all adjacent low lying areas. Flooding in these areas is
exaggerated when crest timing is coincident with high tides and
strong onshore winds, and for longer duration events. Livestock in
low lying areas of the Eel Delta are at risk due to rising river
levels. Owners of livestock should consider taking appropriate
action to protect livestock.
&&
LAT...LON 4058 12412 4063 12421 4069 12427 4058 12435
4052 12418
$$136
WGUS86 KEKA 160753
FLSEKA
FLOOD STATEMENT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE EUREKA, CA
1153 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
...The flood warning is cancelled for the following rivers in
California...
Navarro River At Navarro affecting Mendocino County
...The flood warning continues for the following rivers in
California..
Eel River At Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County
Heavy rain has exited the region. The Navararro River has crested and
recently dropped below minor flood stage. The Lower Eel River will
continue to slowly rise during the night, and crest during early
Friday morning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
SAFETY MESSAGE...
Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about
two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions...
call CALTRANS at 1-800-427-7623.
STAY TUNED TO DEVELOPMENTS BY LISTENING TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO OR YOUR
LOCAL TV OR RADIO STATIONS.
The next statement will be issued by 6 AM PST Friday or as
warranted by changing conditions.
&&
CAC023-161953-
/O.CON.KEKA.FL.W.0011.161216T0900Z-161216T2130Z/
/FRNC1.1.ER.161216T0900Z.161216T1200Z.161216T1530Z.NO/
1153 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning continues for
The Eel River At Fernbridge.
* until Friday afternoon...or until the warning is cancelled.
* At 11:15 PM Thursday the stage was 19.9 feet.
* Minor flooding is forecast.
* Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
* FORECAST...The river will rise to near 20.3 feet early Friday
morning.
* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet...Expect significant flooding of the western
portions of Cannibal Island Road, Camp Weott Road, Salt River, Old
River, 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. Livestock in
low lying areas of the Eel Delta are at risk due to rising river
levels. Owners of livestock should consider taking appropriate
action to protect livestock.
&&
LAT...LON 4058 12412 4063 12421 4069 12427 4058 12435
4052 12418
$$
CAC045-160823-
/O.CAN.KEKA.FL.W.0010.000000T0000Z-161216T1306Z/
/NVRC1.1.ER.161215T2254Z.161216T0215Z.161216T0633Z.NO/
1153 PM PST THU DEC 15 2016
The flood warning is cancelled for
The Navarro River At Navarro.
* At 11:15 PM Thursday the stage was 22.6 feet.
* fell below flood stage at 10:33 PM Thursday.
* Flood stage is 23.0 feet.
* FORECAST...The river will continue to fall below minor flood stage
through Friday morning. This will be the final statement for this
event.
&&
LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
$$The office that day
Everything else NWS Eureka, CA issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 7:21 PM PST | Wind Advisory | EKA | Del Norte, Humboldt | 24 hr |
| Dec 13, 8:46 PM PST | Small Craft Advisory | EKA | 6 hr | |
| Dec 14, 11:42 AM PST | Coastal Flood Warning | EKA | Del Norte, Humboldt | 78 min |
| Dec 14, 1:43 PM PST | Areal Flood Warning | EKA | Del Norte | 3 hr |
| Dec 14, 1:57 PM PST | Areal Flood Advisory | EKA | Del Norte | 4 hr |
| Dec 14, 2:50 PM PST | River Flood Advisory | EKA | Mendocino | 39 hr |
| Dec 14, 3:15 PM PST | River Flood Warning | EKA | Humboldt | 49 hr |
| Dec 14, 3:15 PM PST | River Flood Warning | EKA | Humboldt | 24 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive; the gauge from the NWS water service and the USGS.