"Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties are under a flood advisory which was released by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 4:13 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 7:15 a.m. According to the NWS San Francisco CA, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas, 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."
"How to use a sandbag and where to get sandbags in your area: 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"
"Deciphering advisories, watches, and warnings: Understanding weather alerts Flash flood warning: Take action! A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood-prone area, move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain."
The National Weather Service released a flood advisory for Marin, Napa and Sonoma counties at 4:13 a.m., effective until 7:15 a.m. Excessive rainfall is expected to cause flooding, with minor flooding likely in low-lying and poor-drainage areas. Drivers are warned to "Turn around, don't drown" because most flood deaths occur in vehicles, and conditions are especially dangerous at night. Instructions and links are provided for how to use sandbags and where to obtain them in nearby counties. Definitions and recommended actions are given for flash flood warnings, flood warnings, flood advisories, and flood watches to guide preparedness.
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