Flash Flooding and Flooding in California, March 9 to 10, 2023

Name: Flash Flooding and Flooding in California, March 9 to 10, 2023
Start: 2023-03-09T16:00
End: 2023-03-10T22:00
Location: California

March 9 to 10, 2023 · NWS HNX · 110 events in 10 counties and zones

Where it happened

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The toll

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0
Property damage: $6,000
Crop damage: None recorded
Events: 110

Deaths and injuries are direct and indirect together, as the offices filed them. Damage is property and crops in the dollars of the year, not adjusted for inflation, and only where an office estimated it.

What happened

The episode as NWS HNX wrote it up.

A large upper trough off the Pacific Northwest coast pulled up a deep moisture fetch from the Pacific Ocean which spread inland into central California on March 9 and 10. This atmospheric river event produced 4 to 8 inches of liquid precipitation across much of the Sierra Nevada. With this moisture being of tropical origin, snow levels were high and were above 9500 feet for much of this event. The rain falling on top of a large snowpack over the Sierra Nevada produced a large amount of runoff resulting in widespread catastrophic flooding over the San Joaquin Valley, the valley facing slopes as well as across the Sierra foothills with over 100 reports of flooding being reported to WFO Hanford. The conditions were made worse by the fact that soils already very saturated over the lower elevations from previous storms. In addition, the Sierra foothills generally picked up between 2 and 5 inches of rainfall while the San Joaquin Valley had between 0.75 to 1.5 inches of rainfall. Flash Flood Emergencies were issued for the Springville area in Tulare County and for the Kernville and Wofford Heights area in Kern County near Lake Isabella for life threatening flooding caused by heavy rainfall on top of snowmelt runoff from higher elevations. By the time the deep moisture fetch moved out of the area during the evening of March 10, several communities were evacuated due to the widespread flooding and numerous roads were closed for several days either because of flooding or because repairs were required to make the roads usable.

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before the first event, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Hanford, CA wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Mar 9, 12:18 PM PST, 3 hours 42 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Mar 9, 12:18 PM PST, 3 hours 42 minutes before

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Hanford CA
1218 PM PST Thu Mar 9 2023

.SYNOPSIS...
A major atmospheric river event will begin to impact the area this
afternoon. Foothills below 5000 feet will see snowmelt and heavy
rain from this storm. Flooding across small and uncontrolled streams
possible. Wind damage may also occur due to the saturated soils and
wind gusts up to 35 mph in the Valley.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
GEFS and European model ensembles are in agreement
of the trough moving in over the Pacific Northwest. Both model
ensembles agree on the positioning and the strength of a westerly
and southwesterly flow aloft. This wind pattern is helping pump
moisture in from Hawaii in an atmospheric river to Central
California. GFS, NAM, and European models all are in good agreement
of Integrated Water Vapor values of 1.34 to 1.38 inches.

The biggest concern with this storm is flooding as snow melt will
happen below 5,000 feet as the snow levels will rise through the
storm from 7,000 feet up to 9,000 feet on Friday. The snow will melt
easily below 5,000 feet as the snow there is almost at 32 degrees
Fahrenheit. THe snow melt as well as the heavy rain expected in the
Sierra foothills will increase the flow into the dams and streams.
Flooding is possible in uncontrolled and small streams from this
increased flow. This rise in flow and the amount of rain from this
storm has necessitated the need of a Flood Watch for the San Joaquin
Valley.

For this afternoon from 4 PM to tomorrow at 4 PM, Fresno and Reedley
have a 86 percent chance of at least an inch of rain. Hanford,
Madera, Porterville, and Visalia all have between a 55 and 65
percent chance of at least an inch of rain in the first 24 hours of
the storm. However, Lemoore, Delano and Bakersfield all have less
than 30 percent chance of at least an inch of rain from 4 PM today
to 4 PM tomorrow. The high probabilities of an inch rain from this
evening to tomorrow is in line with the timing of the storm with the
heaviest being in the first 24 hours.

Winds also will increase as the storm happens this afternoon and
evening. Wind gusts up to 35 mph are expected for the San Joaquin
Valley. These strong wind gusts in addition to the amount of rain
forecast will increase the probability substantially of trees being
knocked over causing property damage.

&&

.AVIATION...
VFR Conditions will be prevalent for Central California. After 0Z,
the San Joaquin Valley can see areas of MVFR conditions in showers
and IFR conditions are possible in mountains due to precipitation.

&&

.AIR QUALITY ISSUES...
ISSUED:  03/08/2023 13:55
EXPIRES: 03/09/2023 23:59
None.

&&

.CERTAINTY...

The level of certainty for days 1 and 2 is high.
The level of certainty for days 3 through 7 is medium.

Certainty levels include low...medium...and high. Please visit
www.weather.gov/hnx/certainty.html for additional information
and/or to provide feedback.

&&

.HNX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Wind Advisory from 6 AM to 10 PM PST Friday for CAZ337-339.

Flood Watch from 4 PM PST this afternoon through Sunday morning
for CAZ300>336.

Wind Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Friday for
CAZ300>306.

Winter Storm Warning from 4 PM PST this afternoon to 10 AM PDT
Sunday for CAZ323-326>331.

&&

JPK

weather.gov/hanford

The radar

The San Joaquin Valley radar (KHNX), 146 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 08:03 UTC.

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Event by event

100 flood, 5 heavy snow, 3 flash flood, 2 heavy rain. Local standard time, as filed.

Heavy Snow, Yosemite Np Outside of the Valley

When: March 9, 4:00 PM PST to March 10, 10:00 PM PST
Where: Yosemite Np Outside of the Valley forecast zone
Reported by: SNOTEL
Coordinates: 37.609, -119.874 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The Dana Meadows SNOTEL (9800 feet) picked up an estimated 20 inches of new snowfall.

Heavy Snow, Kings Canyon Np

When: March 9, 4:00 PM PST to March 10, 10:00 PM PST
Where: Kings Canyon Np forecast zone
Reported by: SNOTEL
Coordinates: 36.489, -119.224 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The Volcanic Knob SNOTEL (10050 feet) picked up an estimated 24 inches of new snowfall.

Heavy Snow, Kings Canyon Np

When: March 9, 4:00 PM PST to March 10, 10:00 PM PST
Where: Kings Canyon Np forecast zone
Reported by: SNOTEL
Coordinates: 36.489, -119.224 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The State Lakes SNOTEL (10419 feet) picked up an estimated 24 inches of new snowfall.

Heavy Snow, Kings Canyon Np

When: March 9, 4:00 PM PST to March 10, 10:00 PM PST
Where: Kings Canyon Np forecast zone
Reported by: SNOTEL
Coordinates: 36.489, -119.224 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The Charlotte Lake SNOTEL (11961 feet) picked up an estimated 35 inches of new snowfall.

Heavy Snow, Sequoia Np

When: March 9, 4:00 PM PST to March 10, 10:00 PM PST
Where: Sequoia Np forecast zone
Reported by: SNOTEL
Coordinates: 36.220, -118.800 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The Crabtree Meadow SNOTEL (10700 feet) picked up an estimated 27 inches of new snowfall.

Heavy Rain, Madera

When: March 10, 12:00 AM PST to 7:30 AM PST
Where: Madera County, 0.55 mi E of North Fork
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 37.230, -119.510

Public report of 2.86 inches of rainfall in 7.5 hours in North Fork.

Heavy Rain, Mariposa

When: March 10, 12:00 AM PST to 8:00 AM PST
Where: Mariposa County, 1.65 mi E of Elliott Corner
Reported by: Trained Spotter
Coordinates: 37.470, -119.740

A trained spotter in Ponderosa Basin measured 3.73 inches of rainfall in 8 hours.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 12:17 AM PST to 3:17 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.81 mi N of Squaw Vly to 0.87 mi NNE of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.762, -119.249

California Highway Patrol reported mud, dirt and rocks on Elwood Rd. near Boren Ln.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 3:00 AM PST to 6:00 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.89 mi ESE of (Fch) Chandler Af to 1.75 mi ESE of (Fch) Chandler Af
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.722, -119.787

California Highway Patrol reported roadway flooding on northbound SR 99 south of the Ventura Ave. offramp.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 4:25 AM PST to 7:25 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.43 mi SE of Sanger to 2.57 mi SE of Sanger
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.675, -119.539

California Highway Patrol reported a car spun out in high waters and was stuck in mud on E. Goodfellow Ave. near S. Channel Rd.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 4:36 AM PST to 7:36 AM PST
Where: Madera County, 2.54 mi S of Coarsegold to 2.46 mi S of Coarsegold
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.234, -119.707

California Highway Patrol reported dirt, rocks and mud on SR 41 near Old Corral Rd.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 4:40 AM PST to 7:40 AM PST
Where: Madera County, 1.52 mi SSE of Oakhurst to 1.63 mi SSE of Oakhurst
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.310, -119.657

California Highway Patrol reported water and debris flooding SR 41 in the southern part of Oakhurst.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 4:45 AM PST to 7:45 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.81 mi ESE of Cameron Creek Colony to 1.71 mi ESE of Cameron Creek Colony
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.310, -119.170

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Rd. 180 between N Anderson Rd. and Ave 288.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 5:00 AM PST to 8:00 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.56 mi WSW of Strathmore to 0.53 mi WSW of Strathmore
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.146, -119.059

California Highway Patrol reported flooding across all four lanes on Ave 196 at Rd. 230.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 5:00 AM PST to 8:00 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.96 mi NNW of Rector to 1.92 mi NNW of Rector
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.328, -119.257

California Highway Patrol reported a spinout in high water on SR 198 east of Lovers Lane.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 5:03 AM PST to 8:03 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.61 mi WSW of Cinowths Corner to 0.62 mi WSW of Cinowths Corner
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.328, -119.341

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on westbound SR 198 at the Linwood Ave. overcrossing.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 5:06 AM PST to 8:06 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.52 mi WNW of Tollhouse to 2.44 mi WNW of Tollhouse
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.029, -119.444

California Highway Patrol reported Lodge Rd. at Wiemiller Rd. flooded.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 5:14 AM PST to 8:14 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.69 mi N of Lemoncove to 0.59 mi N of Lemoncove
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.390, -119.020

California Highway Patrol and the Tulare County Fire Department reported rocks in the roadway on Lemon Rd. near SR 198.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 5:29 AM PST to 8:29 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.36 mi WSW of Parlier to 2.31 mi WSW of Parlier
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.604, -119.558

California Highway Patrol reported E. Manning Ave. flooded at S. Academy Ave in Parlier. A car went through the intersection and spun out.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 5:49 AM PST to 8:49 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.3 mi NNE of Three Rivers to 2.32 mi NNE of Three Rivers
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.459, -118.879

California Highway Patrol reported flooding, rocks and debris on SR 198 east of Encina Ave. in Three Rivers.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 5:57 AM PST to 8:57 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.91 mi NNW of Navelencia to 3.04 mi NNW of Navelencia
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.721, -119.393

California Highway Patrol reported SR 180 at Alta Ave was flooded.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 6:05 AM PST to 9:05 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.68 mi N of Lemoncove to 0.59 mi N of Lemoncove
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.390, -119.021

California Highway Patrol reported Summit Dr. flooded near SR 198.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 6:11 AM PST to 9:11 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.84 mi NNE of Three Rivers to 1.68 mi WSW of Three Rivers
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.456, -118.891

California Highway Patrol reported SR 198 flooded in Three Rivers.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 6:20 AM PST to 9:20 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 3.92 mi ENE of Dunlap to 3.87 mi ENE of Dunlap
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.748, -119.053

California Highway Patrol reported SR 180 completely blocked by dirt, rocks and mud near Millwood Rd.

Flash Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 6:30 AM PST to 12:30 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.57 mi ESE of Dunlap to 1.64 mi NNW of Dunlap
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue
Coordinates: 36.723, -119.093

Fresno County Fire Department reported flooding into residences near the SR 180 and Dunlap Rd. near the Mill Creek Drainage.

Flash Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 6:30 AM PST to 12:30 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.95 mi WSW of Sanger Wndr Vly Arpt to 0.85 mi WSW of Sanger Wndr Vly Arpt
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue
Coordinates: 36.797, -119.317

Fresno County Fire Department reported that three people were rescued from high water by boat near Bonanza Dr.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 6:46 AM PST to 9:46 AM PST
Where: Kern County, 7.91 mi W of Frazier Park to 7.63 mi WNW of Frazier Park
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 34.840, -119.087

California Highway Patrol reported Mil Portero Highway was closed at Cuddy Valley Rd. due to flooding.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 6:55 AM PST to 9:55 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.89 mi SE of Squaw Vly to 0.73 mi ESE of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.740, -119.240

California Highway Patrol reported a mudslide on SR 180 in Squaw Valley with rocks on the shoulders.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 6:59 AM PST to 9:59 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.59 mi SW of Springville to 4.45 mi SW of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.099, -118.872

California Highway Patrol reported eastbound SR 190 flooded west of Pleasant Oak Dr.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 7:00 AM PST to 10:00 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.76 mi SW of Squaw Vly to 1.67 mi SW of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.731, -119.272

California Highway Patrol reported mud, dirt and rocks on Ruth Hill Rd. 1/2 miles south of SR 180.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 7:00 AM PST to 10:00 AM PST
Where: Madera County, 1.27 mi SSW of Ahwahnee to 1.87 mi SSW of Ahwahnee
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.352, -119.736

California Highway Patrol reported boulders on Rd. 600 1 miles south of SR 49.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 7:01 AM PST to 10:01 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.62 mi SSW of Piedra to 0.67 mi SSW of Piedra
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.811, -119.382

California Highway Patrol reported Elwood Rd. flooded at N. Piedra Rd.

Flash Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 7:10 AM PST to 10:10 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 5.46 mi NE of Squaw Vly to 5.64 mi NE of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue
Coordinates: 36.803, -119.177

Fresno County Fire Department reported water water over a bridge on Hopewell Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:19 AM PST to 10:19 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.25 mi WSW of California Hot Spgs to 1.26 mi E of California Hot Spgs
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.875, -118.691

California Highway Patrol reported mud/dirt and rocks on Hot Springs Rd.

Flood, Mariposa

When: March 10, 7:20 AM PST to 10:20 AM PST
Where: Mariposa County, 0.25 mi NE of Briceburg to 0.66 mi WSW of South Fork
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.602, -119.966

California Highway Patrol reported mud, dirt and rocks on SR 140 at Briceburg.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:25 AM PST to 10:25 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.93 mi ENE of Springville to 3.7 mi ENE of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.147, -118.753

California Highway Patrol reported SR 190 flooded at Coffee Camp.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:30 AM PST to 10:30 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.83 mi NNE of Fountain Spgs to 0.99 mi NE of Fountain Spgs
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 35.892, -118.916

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Hot Springs Rd. east of Old Stage Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:34 AM PST to 10:34 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.17 mi SW of Three Rivers to 1.8 mi WSW of Three Rivers
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.410, -118.930

California Highway Patrol reported on SR 198 at Sierra Dr.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:38 AM PST to 10:38 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.26 mi E of Tagus to 0.23 mi ESE of Tagus
Cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.270, -119.365

California Highway Patrol reported a spinout in high water on northbound SR 99 where a car crashed into the center divide.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 7:47 AM PST to 10:47 AM PST
Where: Kern County, 11.25 mi W of Inyokern Airport to 10.29 mi W of Inyokern Airport
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.660, -118.030

California Highway Patrol reported softball sized rocks washed up on the roadway on eastbound SR 178 at Walker Pass.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:48 AM PST to 10:48 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.03 mi SW of Three Rivers to 2.95 mi WSW of Three Rivers
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.411, -118.928

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on SR 198 west of Pierce Dr.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:51 AM PST to 10:51 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.38 mi N of Seville to 0.47 mi N of Seville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.486, -119.221

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on SR 201 at Rd. 156.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 7:53 AM PST to 10:53 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.54 mi NNW of Lemoncove to 1.52 mi NNW of Lemoncove
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.401, -119.030

California Highway Patrol reported mud, dirt and rocks on Dry Creek Dr. at SR 216.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 7:54 AM PST to 10:54 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.73 mi NE of Fairview to 2.81 mi NE of Fairview
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.793, -119.510

California Highway Patrol reported on N. Riverbend Rd. at E. Ashlan Ave.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 8:00 AM PST to 11:00 AM PST
Where: Kern County, 1.96 mi WSW of Glennville to 2.12 mi WSW of Glennville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.716, -118.730

California Highway Patrol reported SR 155 closed due to flooding between Woody and Glennville.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 8:00 AM PST to 11:00 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.48 mi SW of Springville to 3.62 mi SW of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.100, -118.870

California Highway Patrol reported a landslide blocking the eastbound lanes of SR 190 at Pleasant Oak Dr.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 8:01 AM PST to 11:01 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.18 mi WNW of Elderwood to 1.65 mi NNW of Elderwood
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.471, -119.123

California Highway Patrol reported on SR 201 west of SR 245.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 8:10 AM PST to 11:10 AM PST
Where: Madera County, 1.46 mi N of Yosemite Forks to 1.5 mi N of Yosemite Forks
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.391, -119.634

California Highway Patrol reported rocks, mud and dirt blocking SR 41 north of Cedar Valley Dr.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 8:21 AM PST to 11:21 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.18 mi S of Pine Ridge to 1.14 mi S of Pine Ridge
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.053, -119.371

California Highway Patrol reported a 10 to 20 foot mudslide on Peterson Rd. at Tollhouse Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 8:21 AM PST to 11:21 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.12 mi NW of Tulare Airpark to 2.04 mi NW of Tulare Airpark
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.170, -119.358

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on W. Addle Ave. at S. Pratt St.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 8:24 AM PST to 11:24 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.06 mi ESE of Squaw Vly to 1.01 mi E of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.743, -119.233

California Highway Patrol reported mud, dirt and rocks on SR 180 resulting in closure east of Indian Guide Rd.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 8:27 AM PST to 11:27 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 3.89 mi NE of Miramonte to 3.75 mi NE of Miramonte
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.720, -119.001

California Highway Patrol reported a rockslide blocking both directions of SR 180 at SR 245.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 8:35 AM PST to 11:35 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.77 mi ESE of Orosi to 1.76 mi ESE of Orosi
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.540, -119.250

California Highway Patrol reported water a foot deep on Rd. 144 at Ave. 142.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 8:38 AM PST to 11:38 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.74 mi ENE of East Tulare Villa to 2.62 mi ENE of East Tulare Villa
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.210, -119.233

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on SR 137 at Road 152.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 8:39 AM PST to 11:39 AM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.78 mi E of Alder Spgs to 0.65 mi ENE of Alder Spgs
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.070, -119.406

California Highway Patrol reported a rock slide blocking the eastbound lane of Auberry Rd. west of Alder Springs including a 5 to 6 foot boulder.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 8:44 AM PST to 11:44 AM PST
Where: Madera County, 0.55 mi E of Oneals to 0.48 mi E of Oneals
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.130, -119.690

California Highway Patrol reported 40 feet of mud on Road 200.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 8:50 AM PST to 11:50 AM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.35 mi NW of Traver to 3.84 mi NW of Traver
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.489, -119.516

California Highway Patrol reported a vehicle hydroplaned in high water on northbound SR 99 between Traver and Kingsburg.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 9:21 AM PST to 12:21 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.31 mi W of Calwa to 1.34 mi W of Calwa
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.680, -119.774

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on E. Central Ave. at S. East Ave.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 9:27 AM PST to 12:27 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.2 mi NNE of Pine Flat to 0.31 mi N of Pine Flat
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.883, -118.649

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Pine Flat Rd. at Deer Creek Mill Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 9:34 AM PST to 12:34 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.41 mi ENE of Peral to 3.28 mi WNW of Redbanks
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.430, -119.190

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Rd. 172 north of Ave. 352.

Flood, Mariposa

When: March 10, 9:45 AM PST to 12:45 PM PST
Where: Mariposa County, 0.8 mi NNW of Summit Inn to 0.86 mi N of Summit Inn
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.531, -119.934

California Highway Patrol reported flooding, snow and debris on Oak Rd. neat Yosemite Oaks Dr.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 9:46 AM PST to 12:46 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.5 mi NNE of Tollhouse to 1.43 mi NE of Tollhouse
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.039, -119.386

California Highway Patrol reported a landslide and a tree on Tollhouse Rd. 2 miles east of Linson Rd.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 9:47 AM PST to 12:47 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 0.56 mi W of Wofford Hgts to 0.61 mi W of Wofford Hgts
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.700, -118.460

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on SR 155 near Old State Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 9:57 AM PST to 12:57 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.41 mi ENE of Peral to 3.36 mi WNW of Redbanks
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.430, -119.190

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Rd. 172 at Ave. 352.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 9:58 AM PST to 12:58 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.82 mi ENE of Seville to 0.93 mi NNW of Seville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.485, -119.207

California Highway Patrol reported a road closure due to flooding on SR 201 between Rd. Rd. 156 and Rd. 164.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 9:59 AM PST to 12:59 PM PST
Where: Madera County, 1.91 mi ENE of Coarsegold to 1.88 mi ENE of Coarsegold
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.282, -119.669

California Highway Patrol reported flooding a quarter mile from SR 41 on Serpa Canyon Rd.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 10:04 AM PST to 1:04 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 3 mi NNE of Navelencia to 2.78 mi NE of Navelencia
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.717, -119.352

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on SR 180 at Cove Rd.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 10:21 AM PST to 1:21 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.84 mi NW of Meadow Lakes to 0.59 mi W of Meadow Lakes
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.087, -119.442

California Highway Patrol reported a mudslide on eastbound Auberry Rd. west of Acorn Rd.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 10:25 AM PST to 1:25 PM PST
Where: Madera County, 0.61 mi E of Oakhurst to 0.69 mi ESE of Oakhurst
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.328, -119.659

California Highway Patrol reported a mudslide on SR 41 near Victoria Ln.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 10:34 AM PST to 1:34 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.51 mi SW of Squaw Vly to 2.33 mi SW of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.730, -119.288

California Highway Patrol reported a 2 foot boulder on northbound SR 63 south of SR 180.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 10:38 AM PST to 1:38 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 4.37 mi SW of Squaw Vly to 4.35 mi SW of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.703, -119.302

California Highway Patrol reported a large boulder on northbound SR 63 a half mile north of S. Anchor Dr.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 10:44 AM PST to 1:44 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.46 mi S of Springville to 1.41 mi S of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 36.109, -118.821

Video posted on Facebook showing Globe Dr. flooded by the Tule River in Springville.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 11:06 AM PST to 2:06 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.46 mi N of Lindsay to 1.5 mi N of Lindsay
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.221, -119.081

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on E. Fir St. between Foothill Ave. and Hillcrest Ave.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 11:13 AM PST to 2:13 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.28 mi S of Merry Man to 0.25 mi S of Merry Man
Cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.326, -119.081

California Highway Patrol reported a tree on SR 198 near Yokohl Dr.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 11:17 AM PST to 2:17 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.49 mi E of Meadow Lakes to 0.7 mi E of Meadow Lakes
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.081, -119.421

California Highway Patrol reported a 4 foot boulder on Auberry Rd. in Meadow Lakes.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 11:26 AM PST to 2:26 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.15 mi SSW of Indian Mission to 1.67 mi S of Indian Mission
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.950, -119.510

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on westbound SR 168 at Tollhouse Rd.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 11:45 AM PST to 2:45 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 4.19 mi SSE of Squaw Vly to 4.01 mi SSE of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.692, -119.229

California Highway Patrol reported roadway under 2 feet of mud near Sunflower Ln. at George Smith Rd.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 11:53 AM PST to 2:53 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 3.25 mi SW of Squaw Vly to 4.35 mi SSW of Squaw Vly
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.717, -119.292

California Highway Patrol reported a boulder on northbound SR 63 1 to 2 miles south of SR 180.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 11:56 AM PST to 2:56 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.51 mi SSW of Springville to 2.4 mi SSW of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 36.095, -118.832

A social media video was posted of a water rescue on the Tule River in Springville.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 11:59 AM PST to 2:59 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.86 mi NE of Auberry to 0.78 mi ENE of Auberry
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.088, -119.468

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Jose Basin Rd. near Auberry Mission Rd.

Flood, Kings

When: March 10, 12:08 PM PST to 3:08 PM PST
Where: Kings County, 0.69 mi S of Cimarron to 1.07 mi S of Cimarron
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.290, -119.780

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on eastbound SR 198 east of 18th Ave.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 12:16 PM PST to 3:16 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 0.69 mi N of Kernville to 0.9 mi NE of Kernville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 35.760, -118.430

Social media report of flooding of the Kern River in Kernville.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 12:16 PM PST to 3:16 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 0.53 mi NE of Kernville to 0.46 mi E of Kernville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 35.755, -118.423

Social media report showing Riverside Park in Kernville flooded.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 12:20 PM PST to 3:20 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.86 mi E of East Tulare Villa to 3.89 mi ENE of East Tulare Villa
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.210, -119.212

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on SR 137 east of Rd. 152.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 12:22 PM PST to 3:22 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.88 mi SE of Tipton to 0.81 mi SSE of Tipton
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.060, -119.311

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on S. Thompson Rd. near E. Klindera Ave. in Tipton.

Flood, Merced

When: March 10, 12:27 PM PST to 3:27 PM PST
Where: Merced County, 5.15 mi W of Santa Nella to 5.03 mi W of Santa Nella
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.080, -121.094

California Highway Patrol reported a foot deep puddle on eastbound SR 152 near the Romero Visitor Center.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 12:30 PM PST to 3:30 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.52 mi NNE of (Fat) Air Terminal to 1.57 mi NNE of (Fat) Air Terminal
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.790, -119.709

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on E. Griffith Way in Fresno.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 12:32 PM PST to 3:32 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.6 mi E of East Farmersville to 1.59 mi E of East Farmersville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.297, -119.171

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Ave 280 near N. Anderson Rd.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 12:37 PM PST to 3:37 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.76 mi E of Humphreys Station to 2.78 mi E of Humphreys Station
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.970, -119.380

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Seminole Rd. south of Burrough Valley Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 12:39 PM PST to 3:39 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, Springville to 0.29 mi SE of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 36.130, -118.820

Video posted on Twitter showing flooding in Springville.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 12:52 PM PST to 3:52 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 3.53 mi WSW of Dunlap to 3.59 mi WSW of Dunlap
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.717, -119.182

California Highway Patrol reported mud pushing a trailer across the way on Cardinal Lane.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 12:58 PM PST to 3:58 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.35 mi SSE of Plano to 1.84 mi SSE of Plano
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.000, -118.980

California Highway Patrol reported flooding and a possible road washed out near Rd. 264 and Ave. 116.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 1:08 PM PST to 4:08 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 2.78 mi E of Humphreys Station to 2.53 mi WSW of Burrough
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 36.973, -119.380

Video posted on Twitter showing flooding on Burrough Valley Rd. near Quartz Ln.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 1:08 PM PST to 4:08 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 0.59 mi E of Democrat Spgs to 2.04 mi SE of Democrat Spgs
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.529, -118.659

California Highway Patrol reported a boulder on the roadway on eastbound SR 178 3 to 4 miles west of Democrat Rd.

Flood, Madera

When: March 10, 1:10 PM PST to 4:10 PM PST
Where: Madera County, 2.45 mi SSE of Oakhurst to 2.86 mi SSE of Oakhurst
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.298, -119.650

California Highway Patrol reported a large boulder partially blocking the southbound lane of SR 41 south of Deadwood.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 1:14 PM PST to 4:14 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.56 mi E of Portville West to 0.58 mi E of Portville West
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.069, -119.040

California Highway Patrol reported a tree on the roadway on SR 65 at the Olive Ave. offramp.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 1:23 PM PST to 4:23 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 2.59 mi NNW of Goshen to 2.63 mi N of Goshen
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.387, -119.429

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Rd. 60 north of Ave. 328.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 1:27 PM PST to 4:27 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 1.06 mi SSW of Tollhouse to 0.9 mi ESE of Tollhouse
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.005, -119.404

California Highway Patrol reported Tollhouse Rd. between Linson Rd. and Lodge Rd. blocked by a rockslide and trees.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 1:27 PM PST to 4:27 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 1.79 mi NNE of Havilah to 1.85 mi NNE of Havilah
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.544, -118.507

California Highway Patrol reported Caliente Bodfish Rd. collapsed near Clear Creek Rd.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 1:28 PM PST to 4:28 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 1.23 mi SSW of Exeter to 1.09 mi SSW of Exeter
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.283, -119.136

California Highway Patrol reported SR 65 flooded near E. List Ave.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 1:40 PM PST to 4:40 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 1.4 mi E of Jastro to 1.6 mi SSE of Oil Jct
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.380, -119.045

California Highway Patrol reported the number 1 lane on southbound SR 99 south of Rosedale highway was flooded.

Flood, Fresno

When: March 10, 1:52 PM PST to 4:52 PM PST
Where: Fresno County, 0.69 mi S of Rock Haven to 0.39 mi SSE of Rock Haven
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.110, -119.320

California Highway Patrol reported trees and debris blocking SR 168 near Shaver Lake.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 2:21 PM PST to 5:21 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.77 mi S of Plainview to 0.82 mi S of Plainview
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.139, -119.129

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on Ave. 192 near Rd. 196.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 2:21 PM PST to 5:21 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 6.19 mi W of Terra Bella to 5.75 mi S of Poplar
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.960, -119.140

California Highway Patrol reported roadway flooding and debris in the creek on Rd. 192 and Ave. 96.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 2:30 PM PST to 5:30 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 0.54 mi WNW of Wofford Hgts to 0.63 mi WNW of Wofford Hgts
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.703, -118.459

California Highway Patrol reported SR 155 was closed due to flooding between Shady Oak Ln. and Marina Dr.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 2:32 PM PST to 5:32 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.17 mi ENE of Milo to 0.25 mi NE of Milo
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 36.221, -118.817

California Highway Patrol reported that Balch Park Rd. near Yokohl Valley Dr. was about to give out.

Flood, Kern

When: March 10, 2:33 PM PST to 5:33 PM PST
Where: Kern County, 0.89 mi NE of Venola to 0.99 mi NE of Venola
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 35.330, -119.040

California Highway Patrol reported flooding on northbound SR 99 south of Wilson Rd. in Bakersfield.

Flood, Mariposa

When: March 10, 2:57 PM PST to 5:57 PM PST
Where: Mariposa County, 0.37 mi WSW of Darrah to 0.38 mi SW of Darrah
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 37.517, -119.836

California Highway Patrol reported rocks, mud and dirt blocking a lane of Jerseydale Rd. and Triangle Rd. This area was affected by the Oak Fire.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 3:45 PM PST to 6:45 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 0.69 mi S of Merry Man to 0.1 mi WSW of Merry Man
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 36.320, -119.080

Video posted on Twitter showing flooding in Exeter.

Flood, Tulare

When: March 10, 3:59 PM PST to 6:59 PM PST
Where: Tulare County, 3.05 mi SW of Springville to 3.03 mi SW of Springville
Cause: Heavy Rain
Reported by: Social Media
Coordinates: 36.100, -118.860

Image shown on Twitter showing the River Island Country Club in Springville flooded.

What these are

Heavy Snow: Snowfall reaching the local warning threshold without the other hazards of a winter storm.
Heavy Rain: Rainfall totals unusual for the place and season that did not produce a flood.
Flood: Flooding that develops more slowly than a flash flood: rivers leaving their banks, or water standing over land for an extended time.
Flash Flood: Flooding that begins within six hours of the rain that causes it, or of a dam or levee failure or ice jam release, often with deadly speed.

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Sources

NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database, compiled from the National Weather Service’s monthly Storm Data. Complete through 2026-06; NCEI adds each month about 75 days after it ends and revises past years a few times a year. Rebuilt 2026-09-24. Each event’s entry at NCEI: 1075980, 1075981, 1075982, 1075983, 1075984, 1076331, 1076332, 1075985, 1075986, 1075987, 1075988, 1075989, 1075990, 1075991, 1075992, 1075993, 1075994, 1075995, 1076000, 1076001, 1076002, 1076239, 1076240, 1076241, 1076242, 1076243, 1076244, 1076245, 1076246, 1076247, 1076248, 1076249, 1076250, 1076251, 1076252, 1076253, 1076254, 1076255, 1076256, 1076257, and more.