First Alert Weather: Series of storms move across California
As a series of storms moves across California, residents should be prepared for possible hazards including power outages, road flooding/closures, and landslides.
Check current weather conditions and take necessary precautions, such as having an emergency kit on hand and being aware of evacuation routes.
Years of severe drought and multiple wildfires' burns scars make regions of California susceptible to mudslides and flash floods.
Evacuation warning issued at the Arbor Mobile Home Park
Evacuation Warning issued at the Arbor Mobile Home Park, Woodbridge Rd at Hwy 99.
— San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office (@SJSheriff) January 16, 2023
Since 2 p.m., around 175 residents have been volunatrily evacuated. Those needing shelter are staying ay a temporary shelter at the Lodi Grape Festival grounds. pic.twitter.com/5cupjjMSNW
Federal disaster assistance available for Sacramento, Merced, and Santa Cruz County
President Biden declared on Jan. 14 that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of California to help with recovery efforts.
The President's action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in the counties of Merced, Sacramento, and Santa Cruz.
To apply for disaster relief, click here.
Cal OES assists with rescuing about 800 residents in San Joaquin County
The California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System in action! @Cal_OES Swift Water & Flood Team 13 assisted in rescuing approximately 800 residents impacted by rising flood waters in San Joaquin County. pic.twitter.com/OkhP5IhVTP
— California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (@Cal_OES) January 16, 2023
Shelter established at Lodi Grape Grounds
Multiple fire agencies & @SJSheriff went door to door assisting residents wanting to voluntarily evacuate today in the Acampo Area. To assist those choosing to evacuate, a shelter has been established at the Lodi Grape Grounds, Cabernet Hall located at 413 E. Lockeford St. Lodi.
— San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services (@SJC_OES) January 16, 2023
Sacramento County parks back open, with exceptions
Due to improved weather forecasts, all Parks within the Regional Parks system will re-open on Sunday, Jan. 15, with the exception of:
· Discovery Park
· Howe Avenue Access
· Watt Avenue Access
· Dry Creek Ranch House Access
· Dry Creek Parking Lot
· Cherry Island Sports Park
· Gibson Ranch
· Elkhorn Boat Launch
Tornado touches down near Rancho Seco Park
A tornado touched down near a popular park over the weekend, damaging some structures.
The twister measuring EF-0 touched down between 2 p.m.-2:04 p.m. Saturday, three miles WSW of Rancho Seco park, the National Weather Service (NWS) said in a tweet.
Read more: https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/news/ef-0-tornado-touched-down-near-rancho-seco-park-on-saturday/
Evacuation order lifted for Wilton
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is lifting the Evacuation Order for residents living in the Wilton area, but the warning is still in place for Wilton, Rancho Murieta, Herald and Dillard Road. River levels remain very high and more rain is coming through the area.
The @SacramentoOES is lifting the Evacuation Order for residents living in the Wilton area, but the warning is still in place. River levels remain very high and more rain is expected.
— Sacramento Sheriff (@sacsheriff) January 15, 2023
For up-to-date storm information, read our Sacramento County News Site: https://t.co/8ssCDs8IjE pic.twitter.com/sRm1OKq5k1
Woodbridge Road closed in San Joaquin county
Woodbridge Road is currently closed just east of Highway 99 due to localized flooding, the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office says.
Woodbridge Road is currently closed just east of Highway 99 due to localized flooding.
— San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office (@SJSheriff) January 15, 2023
Remember:
> Avoid driving through standing water.
> Never drive around barricades or emergency vehicles.
> If you travel during severe weather, have an emergency kit with you. pic.twitter.com/11tIZItbbo
Emergency shelters in California
In response to ongoing winter storms, the California Department of Emergency Services says it is coordinating with state, local, and federal partners to provide emergency shelters for displaced residents.
You can find the list of available shelters here: https://wp.me/pd8T7h-7MS
Highway 50 and I-80 open, with chain controls in effect
It's a winter wonderland in the Sierra. About 1-in a hour fell on Donner Summit the past 48 hrs. I-80 open to all vehicles with chain controls between Drum & Stateline. Please go slow on snow & ice with CC speed limit at 30 mph. @CHP_Truckee @CHPGoldRun @nevadadot @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/THviodSF1q
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 15, 2023
Forecasters predict snowfall will taper off with 2-3 inches today. US 50 is open with chain controls from Sand Flat to Meyers. Please go slow in the snow & ice with CC speed limit at 25 mph on US 50 & rural highways. Visit https://t.co/oOJkXOQ4Qq for the latest road conditions. pic.twitter.com/0vgWaI4kEW
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 15, 2023
Rain and wind gusts expected Sunday
🌧️ Another round of precipitation will bring periods of moderate rain and moderate to heavy mountain snow to interior #NorCal through Monday.
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) January 15, 2023
Continue to monitor the latest forecast at https://t.co/WjKBsJmkq2 and road conditions at https://t.co/6jnhwJwcfC #CAwx pic.twitter.com/HPqASvWVjk
Additional moderate-heavy mountain snow is expected through Monday, bringing continued impacts to mountain travel. Mountain travel is highly discouraged, but if you do have to travel, check the roads/forecast before you go!
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) January 15, 2023
❄️: https://t.co/WjKBsJmkq2
⛓️: https://t.co/6jnhwJwcfC pic.twitter.com/I7Dql19voR
California Winter Storm Updates: Evacuations, flood warnings, and more | 6:30 p.m. Update
Evacuation order issues for Wilton area due to an anticipated Consumnes River levels
An evacuation order for the Wilton area has been issued due to an anticipated rise in the Consumnes River levels.
Areas impacted are within the area of Highway 16 and Grantline West to Highway 99, South to Valensin, and Northeast to Dillard and Highway 16.
A shelter can be found at the Chabollah Center at 600 Chabolla Avenue in Galt.
Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services has issued an Evacuation Order for Wilton Area due to an anticipated rise in the Cosumnes River Levels.
— SacramentoOES (@SacramentoOES) January 15, 2023
Traffic being held on US-50 between Echo Summit and Meyers
Caltrans says that traffic is now being held on US-50 between Echo Summit and Meyers due to multiple spinouts.
Traffic being held on US 50 between Echo Summit and Meyers due multiple spinouts on the grade. There’s no estimated time to reopen the roadway. Visit https://t.co/6LlsfneMhx for the latest road conditions. @CHPSouthLake @CHPPlacerville @cityofslt @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/FWkNjHsKrt
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 15, 2023
Flood warning issued for counties including El Dorado, Sacramento , and Amador
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for multiple counties, including Sacramento, Amador, and El Dorado.
NWS says that thunderstorms training over an area between Latrobe and Dimond Springs.
The alert is in effect until tonight at 9:45 p.m.
Evacuation order issued for Rural Patterson area east of Elm Avenue
An evacuation order has been issued for the rural Patterson area east of Elm Avenue between Del Puerto Creek and Fig Avenue along the San Joaquin river.
An Evacuation Order has been issued for the Rural Patterson area East of Elm Avenue between Del Puerto Creek & Fig Avenue along the San Joaquin River; the evacuation order is for any residents and/or businesses in the highlighted red area. Call 209-552-3880 for evacuation info. pic.twitter.com/DZqQL6dmOY
— StanEmergency (@StanEmergency) January 14, 2023
Traffic released on US-50 over Echo Summit
Traffic released on US 50 over Echo Summit. Chain controls remain in effect from Fred's Place to Meyers. CC speed limit 25 mph. Heavy snow over the summit. @CHPPlacerville @CHPSouthLake @cityofslt @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/0XMV1mNIlZ
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
Evacuation warning issued for portion of South Sacramento County
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services has issued an Evacuation Warning for the Wilton, Rancho Murieta, Herald, Dillard Road and immediate surrounding areas.
The county says that flooding is likely to occur late tonight. A warning is an indication to prepare to leave in the case of flooding or road closures.
Start preparing people, pets and livestock now for an evacuation. If you do not have one already, create an emergency kit to grab and take with you if an Evacuation Order is issued.
The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is publishing an Evacuation Warning for the Wilton, Rancho Murieta, Herald, Dillard Road and immediate surrounding areas. Flooding is likely to occur late tonight (Saturday, January 14).
— SacramentoOES (@SacramentoOES) January 14, 2023
Latest conditions on I-80 and Highway 50
We're now holding traffic on EB I-80 about 2.1 mi east of Baxter due multiple spinouts. Route is closed at Colfax to prevent traffic jam up the hill. There's no ETO. Visit https://t.co/X5OiS6OEtB for the latest road & traffic info. @CHPGoldRun @PlacerSheriff @CHP_HQ @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/cTJLKhh6my
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
‼️ ROAD CLOSURE ‼️
— CHP Truckee (@CHP_Truckee) January 14, 2023
01/14/23 11:00am
I-80 is CLOSED westbound at the Nevada Stateline and eastbound at Colfax due to spin outs, high winds, and white out driving conditions. No estimated time of reopening.
*for updates visit: https://t.co/nW388ezCE8 pic.twitter.com/1yNm1Bz2Co
Traffic is being held on US 50 between Echo Summit and Meyers due to multiple vehicle spinouts. There's no estimated time to reopen the roadway. Thank you for your patience as our crews respond to the storms this weekend. @CHPSouthLake @cityofslt @CaltransHQ @CountyElDorado pic.twitter.com/mwi95RSKey
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
Hwy. 20 closed
Multiple vehicle spinouts due to icy road conditions has prompted the closure of Highway 20 between Nevada St. in Nevada City & the I-80 junction. There's no estimated time to reopen the roadway.
Flood warning issued for Cosumnes River at Michigan Bar
A Flood Warning has been issued for the Cosumnes River at Michigan Bar. The river is expected to rise above flood stage on Saturday evening due to heavy rainfall.
A Flood Warning has been issued for the Cosumnes River at Michigan Bar. The river is expected to rise above flood stage this evening due to heavy rainfall. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/wJbj3dmKjz
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) January 14, 2023
Downpour in West Sacramento
This was the scene in Sacramento just after 10 a.m. Saturday.
This was the downpour in West Sacramento Saturday morning. Latest weather developments: https://t.co/JuanOylDJg #cawx #firstalertweather pic.twitter.com/ij1UUlLWGB
— CBS Sacramento CBS13 (@CBSSacramento) January 14, 2023
Eastbound I-80 traffic being held
Traffic on EB I-80 is being held at various locations up the hill starting at Drum due to multiple spinouts. There is no estimated time of reopening.
#TrafficAlert update: Kudos to highway crews out in the rain. They've cleared the down trees along EB US 50 from 65th Ave. to Bradshaw Rd. The roadway is clear. Please drive with care on these rain-slick roadways this MLK holiday weekend. @CHP_Valley @SacCountyCA @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/qNj9ns9auU
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
This video was taken on eastbound I-80 earlier Saturday that shows how bad driving conditions are in the Sierra.
Snow covered roads, low visibility and chain controls from Meyers to Echo Summit - take it slow today. Seeing lots of traffic going into Tahoe moving faster than the 25 mph max including this guy who decided to pass us with oncoming traffic. 🤦🏼♀️ pic.twitter.com/e1vfHz0MsZ
— Ashley Sharp (@AshleySharpTV) January 14, 2023
Road closure in Yolo County
Rainfall in the wildfire burn scar areas along Highway 16 in Rumsey Canyon is triggering slides again, forcing Caltrans to close the gates & roadway between the SR20 junction in Colusa County & Rumsey in Yolo. There's no estimated time to reopen the roadway.
#TrafficAlert update: Kudos to highway crews out in the rain. They've cleared the down trees along EB US 50 from 65th Ave. to Bradshaw Rd. The roadway is clear. Please drive with care on these rain-slick roadways this MLK holiday weekend. @CHP_Valley @SacCountyCA @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/qNj9ns9auU
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
Pacific Avenue closed in Pleasant Grove
Pacific Ave between Cornelius Ave and Watts Ave is blocked due to a downed tree in Pleasant Grove.
Morning forecast
Mountain travel highly discouraged today
Dangerous to impossible mountain travel continues today, as another round of heavy snow moves in. Mountain travel is highly discouraged, but if you do have to travel, check the roads and forecast before you hit the road!
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) January 14, 2023
❄️: https://t.co/WjKBsJmkq2
⛓️: https://t.co/6jnhwJwcfC pic.twitter.com/18Hyanbu4I
Flood advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for much of the Sacramento Valley, Delta and foothills of through this evening.
Roadway and urban flooding, and rises on creeks/streams will be possible.
State Road 88 Carson Spur closed
SR-88 Carson Spur is currently closed due to heavy snow and zero visibility.
#AmadorCounty: SR-88 Carson Spur is currently closed due to heavy snow and zero visibility. Passage is unsafe until further notice. For current road and closure info., always check https://t.co/sgfT02reme or download the #Quickmap app. #CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/QtVFUGiSZ5
— Caltrans District 10 (@CaltransDist10) January 14, 2023
Icy conditions and chain controls on I-80
Here's a look at current conditions along eastbound Interstate 80 where chain controls are in effect from Kingvale to Donner Lake, Caltrans says.
Bring your patience & have a full tank of gas & plenty of snacks if you're headed to Tahoe right now. Icy road conditions, lots of traffic & chain controls are making it slow going on EB I-80 from Kingvale to Donner Lake. Visit https://t.co/X5OiS6OEtB @CHP_HQ @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/ygXC9Z3VgV
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
Good numbers to know if you're living in Sacramento
Rain and wind are returning again to Sacramento. Please stay safe and be prepared. pic.twitter.com/tjPqAMJvyC
— City of Sacramento (@TheCityofSac) January 14, 2023
Stanislaus County evacuation warning along the San Joaquin River
An Evacuation Warning has been issued for Rural Patterson and the Grayson area along the San Joaquin River. The evacuation warning pertains to the highlighted are below.
Call (209) 552-3880 for evacuation information.
Watch the state of emergency update from Stanislaus County Sheriff Jeff Dirkse: https://fb.watch/i1PqFRD1ok/
California storm forecast - 1/13/24
As one storm moves through the area, two more storms are taking aim at Northern California. Saturday will be a First Alert Action day because we'll see heavy downpours, which could lead to street flooding.
Storm totals
Over the last 18 days, the Sacramento area has received almost 10 inches of rain and the foothills have received over 20 inches, the National Weather Service says.
After Christmas California shifted into a very active and wet weather pattern. Almost 10" of rain fell in Sacramento in just under 3 weeks and over 20" in the foothills. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/CvhAuY6USy
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) January 13, 2023
During the same period, the Sierra has seen over 10 feet of snow.
The snow has also been impressive with much of the Sierra seeing over 10 feet of new snow over the last 18 days! #CAwx pic.twitter.com/mA1q0ocBEt
— NWS Sacramento (@NWSSacramento) January 13, 2023
Modesto parks closed due to flood risk
Due to recent storm activity, the following Modesto parks remain temporarily closed due to flood risk, potential hazards from falling trees, debris, and bank erosion:
- The closures include the trails along the rivers at the mentioned parks.
- East La Loma ParkTuolumne River Regional Park
- Ceres-Lower River Bluff Regional Park
- Dry Creek
Sacramento County parks closed through 1/16
Sacramento County Regional Parks is closing all parks within its jurisdiction, effective Saturday, Jan. 14. With the...
Posted by Sacramento County - Government on Friday, January 13, 2023
I-80 rockslide cleared at Stateline
Chain controls are still in effect over Donner Summit. For the latest road conditions, check out Caltrans QuickMap.
#TrafficAlert update for WB I-80 travelers. Rockslide cleared at Mystic. Traffic now released for travel on WB I-80 at Stateline. Chain controls still in effect over Donner Summit. @CHP_Truckee @nevadadot @Cal_OES @CHPHQ @CaltransHQ pic.twitter.com/Sqpsy71q9M
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
Traffic moving steadily through the chain control checkpoint on WB I-80 in Truckee. Please go slow in snow & ice. CC speed limit 30 mph on I-80 over Donner Summer. @chp_truckee pic.twitter.com/wkFfFRojz0
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
This was the scene at Donner Summit around 4:30 p.m. Friday. Snow removal is happening around the clock to allow people to travel through the Sierra.
Heavy blowing snow on I-80 at Donner Summit. Our crews are working around-the-clock on snow removal operations to keep the roadway open. Please pass with care & give them lots of room to operate. Here's a live shot at the summit. @CHPGoldRun @CaltransHQ @CHP_Truckee pic.twitter.com/zHPKK1pQzL
— Caltrans District 3 (@CaltransDist3) January 14, 2023
Timing out the series of atmospheric rivers
SACRAMENTO - Three storms will impact our area in the coming days, but the overall impacts are likely to be minor compared to earlier storms this week. Impacts for the valley and foothills will be minor to moderate with major impacts in the Sierra.
Out of all of these, we are going with a First Alert Action Day for the second storm on Saturday due to more widespread impacts.
Read more, here.