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
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
Shelter established at Lodi Grape Grounds
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.
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.
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
Rain and wind gusts expected Sunday
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.
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.
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.
Traffic released on US-50 over Echo Summit
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.
Latest conditions on I-80 and Highway 50
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.
Downpour in West Sacramento
This was the scene in Sacramento just after 10 a.m. Saturday.
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.
This video was taken on eastbound I-80 earlier Saturday that shows how bad driving conditions are in the Sierra.
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.
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
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.
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.
Good numbers to know if you're living in Sacramento
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.
During the same period, the Sierra has seen over 10 feet of snow.
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
I-80 rockslide cleared at Stateline
Chain controls are still in effect over Donner Summit. For the latest road conditions, check out Caltrans QuickMap.
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.
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.
