What you need to know about the storms approaching Sacramento

A series of storms will continue to move in throughout the night Friday night into Saturday, bringing with them the possibility of flooding. One concern is that heavy rainfall could melt snow in the Sierra and overwhelm rivers, creeks, and streams.  

Be prepared for travel delays, chain controls, and reduced visibility at times. Slow down on snow-covered roads, and carry chains.

Highlights: 

• Between Friday and Saturday there will be atmospheric river rain, also known as a Pineapple Express (warm tropical moisture), in our region. It will bring 2-4 inches of rain to the Valley with 3-7+ inches in the foothills and Sierra. 
• Snow levels will be above 7,500 feet, lowering to 5,000-6,000 feet Saturday evening. 
• Dry new year's day. 
  
• Flood Watch has been issued for portions of the Valley and Delta Friday morning through early Sunday morning.  
  
• The National Weather Service says to expect moderate impacts in the region.

Timing: 

• Thursday into Friday: Heavy amounts of rain moves into the area and will stick around Saturday. A flood watch goes into effect and lasts until Saturday. 
  
• Friday: Flood watch will go into effect and last until Sunday morning. It will affect rivers, creeks, streams and flood-prone areas.
• Sunday: Rain subsides 

Sandbags:

With the risk of flooding, Sacramento County is opening these sandbagging locations. Click here to see which locations are open. (Information subject to change.)

• County Branch Center
  3847  Branch Center Rd., Sacramento

• Jean Harvie Senior Citizen & Community Center
  14273 River Rd., Walnut Grove  
  

• Jose P. Rizal Community Center
  7320 Florin Mall Dr., Sacramento
• Point Pleasant United Methodist Church
  3329 Point Pleasant Rd., Elk Grove 

• Orangevale Community Center
  6826 Hazel Ave., Orangevale
    
  
• Sacramento Metropolitan Fire Station #106
  2200 Park Towne Cir., Sacramento

• Sacramento Metropolitan Fire Station #55
  7776 Excelsior Rd., Sacramento
• Westside Park
  6555 West 2nd St., Rio Linda

• Wilton Fire Station
  

  10661 Alta Mesa Rd., Wilton

• Sacramento Metropolitan Fire Station #55
  7776 Excelsior Rd., Sacramento

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