Bomb Cyclone Moves North, Atmospheric River Brings Flood Risks and Prolonged Rain to the North Coast
The bomb cyclone that battered the North Coast has moved north, leaving behind widespread power outages, fallen trees, and damage to homes and vehicles. While the storm’s intensity has diminished, its departure has ushered in an atmospheric river, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and flood risks to portions of Humboldt and Mendocino Counties. Some areas are expected to receive 4 to 10 inches of rain through Friday, prompting a flood watch for the region.
As the storm progresses inland, higher elevations in Trinity County are seeing heavy rain transition to snow, with a Winter Storm Warning in effect. Major highways like 299, 36, and 3 are requiring chains, and travelers are urged to prepare for hazardous conditions. Meanwhile, forecasters predict rain will persist through the week, and residents are encouraged to monitor weather updates and take precautions to mitigate the ongoing risks.
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Watches, Warnings, and Advisories issued by the National Weather Service in Eureka:
Power Outages https://pgealerts.alerts.pge.com/outage-tools/outage-map
Road Conditions: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov
Weather Conditions: https://www.weather.gov/eka
Sign up for Mendocino Alerts: https://mendoready.org/
Sign up for Humboldt Alerts: https://humboldtgov.org/2014/Emergency-Notifications
