The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for more than 15 counties across California, citing an incoming atmospheric river expected to deliver heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, and elevated flood risks in low-lying and burn scar areas.
The Flood Watch remains in effect from late Friday night through Sunday afternoon, impacting regions including Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado, Placer, Amador, and surrounding counties. Meteorologists warn that urban and small stream flooding, as well as flash floods near recent wildfire burn scars, are increasingly likely.
According to the official NWS bulletin, “Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
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