"Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent, the NWS said. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads."
"Follow these instructions on how to use sandbags and other flood preparation tips to protect your home, and click on the links below to get sandbags in your county: Where to get sandbags in San Mateo County Where to get sandbags in Alameda County Where to get sandbags in Santa Clara County Understanding the differences between advisories, watches, and warnings Flash flood warning: Take action! A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is either imminent or already occurring."
San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties were placed under a flood advisory by the National Weather Service beginning Monday at 4:27 p.m., with the advisory in effect until 7:30 p.m. Urban area and small-stream flooding from excessive rainfall is expected, including minor flooding in low-lying and poor-drainage areas. Water over roadways and ponding in urban or other areas is occurring or imminent. Drivers are advised: turn around, don't drown; most flood deaths occur in vehicles; be especially cautious at night and do not drive on flooded roads. Sandbag use and county sandbag locations are provided. Differences among flash flood warnings, flood warnings, advisories, and watches are explained.
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