Flood advisory in place for Santa Cruz County early Monday evening due to intense rain
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Flood advisory in place for Santa Cruz County early Monday evening due to intense rain
"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 aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely."
"Flash flood warning: Take action! A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is either imminent or already occurring. In flood-prone areas, it's crucial to move immediately to higher ground. A flash flood is a sudden and violent inundation that can develop within minutes to hours, and it can even happen in areas not currently experiencing rainfall. Flood warning: Take action!"
Santa Cruz County is under a flood advisory issued by the National Weather Service from 2:35 p.m. until 5:30 p.m., with flooding expected from excessive rainfall. Minor flooding may occur in low-lying and poor drainage areas, and flooded roads can be deadly; motorists are warned to turn around and avoid driving through floodwaters. Observed flooding should be reported to local emergency services or law enforcement so information can be relayed to the National Weather Service safely. Guidance on sandbag use and county sandbag locations is provided. Definitions and recommended actions are given for flash flood warnings, flood warnings, flood advisories, and flood watches.
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