Flood watch issued for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra counties

"The Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra counties are included in a flood watch issued by the National Weather Service on Friday at 12:59 p.m. The watch is valid from Sunday 4 a.m. until Monday Dec. 22, at 4 p.m. According to the NWS Reno NV, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Excessive runoff will result in significant rises of rivers, creeks, and streams. Small streams and creeks may overflow their banks."

"Flooding is most likely in urban, low-lying, and poor drainage areas. Rockfall is also possible in areas of steep terrain. No mainstem river flooding is currently forecast, but the Susan River near Susanville and the West Fork of the Carson near Woodfords are expected to exceed action stage and minor flooding is possible in these areas. The Susan River near Susanville may experience additional rises mid next week, 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. 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"

National Weather Service issued a flood watch for the Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Lassen‑Eastern Plumas‑Eastern Sierra counties from Sunday 4 a.m. until Monday Dec. 22 at 4 p.m. Excessive rainfall and runoff may cause significant rises in rivers, creeks, and streams, with small streams and creeks possibly overflowing. Flooding is most likely in urban, low‑lying, and poor‑drainage areas. Rockfall is possible in steep terrain. No mainstem river flooding is forecast, but the Susan River near Susanville and the West Fork of the Carson near Woodfords may exceed action stage with minor flooding. Residents in flood‑prone areas should prepare, monitor forecasts, and consider sandbags.

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