"Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers, creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill areas, according to the NWS. You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop."
"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."
"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"
A Flood Watch is in effect for the Delta area from Tuesday 11:34 a.m. through Friday, Dec. 26 at 4 p.m. Excessive rainfall may cause flooding, including rises along rivers, creeks, and streams, with small waterways possibly overtopping banks. Flooding can affect low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas, and mudslides or rockslides can occur in mountain and foothill zones. Affected locations include the Carquinez Strait and Delta, multiple Shasta County areas, Northern and Central Sacramento Valley, Northern San Joaquin Valley, Northeast Foothills/Sacramento Valley Motherlode, and Northern Sierra Nevada. Residents should monitor forecasts, be ready to take action, and use sandbags and county distribution points as needed. Flash flood warnings and flood warnings require immediate action when issued.
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