"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! A flood warning is declared when flooding is on the verge of happening or is already underway."
"Napa County was placed under a flood advisory by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 2:37 p.m. The advisory is in effect until 5:30 p.m. The NWS San Francisco CA said, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas, according to the NWS. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles."
"Flood advisory: Be aware: A flood advisory is released when flooding is not expected to reach a severity level necessitating a warning. Nonetheless, it can still cause considerable inconvenience and, without exercising caution, potentially lead to situations that threaten life and/or property. Flood watch: Be prepared: A flood watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It doesn't guarantee that flooding will occur, but it signifies that the possibility exists."
Napa County was placed under a flood advisory by the National Weather Service from 2:37 p.m. until 5:30 p.m., with flooding expected from excessive rainfall. Minor flooding may affect low-lying and poor-drainage areas. Drivers are urged to 'Turn around, don't drown' because most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Sandbag instructions and county pickup locations are provided for San Mateo, Alameda, and Santa Clara counties. Weather alerts are defined: flash flood warning (immediate danger), flood warning (flooding imminent or occurring), flood advisory (lower severity but potentially disruptive), and flood watch (conditions favorable). Move to higher ground in flood-prone areas.
Read at www.eastbaytimes.com
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]