"Delta is included in an updated flood advisory released by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 4:56 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. According to the NWS Sacramento CA, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent, according to the NWS. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles."
"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"
"Your guide to weather alerts: advisories, watches, and warnings 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."
An updated flood advisory includes Delta and multiple Northern California counties and is in effect from 4:56 a.m. until 11 a.m. Flooding from excessive rainfall is expected, causing minor flooding in low-lying and poor-drainage areas and ponding in urban locations. Motorists are warned to turn around and not drive through flooded roads, as most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Sandbag instructions and county pickup locations are provided for San Mateo, Alameda, and Santa Clara counties. Definitions and recommended actions for flash flood warnings, flood warnings, flood advisories, and flood watches are provided to guide public response.
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