Flood Advisory Issued In Danville, Contra Costa County

DANVILLE, CA — A National Weather Service flood advisory is in effect in Danville and Contra Costa County Thursday morning until 11:45 a.m. as heavy rain pounds the area. The National Weather Service estimates that about a half-inch of rain has fallen as of 10:17 a.m., with up to an inch more expected before clearing at around 1 p.m.

The advisory is also in effect in Alameda, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.

Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Minor flooding is expected in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

Motorists are advised to avoid flooded streets.

Danville residents and businesses can get up to 20 sandbags at the Town Maintenance Services Department at 1000 Sherburne Hills Road, near the post office. Sand bags and a shovel are available. See here for more information.

Anyone in unincorporated Contra Costa County can pick up sandbags at any of six locations around the county.

Here are a few flood safety tips, courtesy of the CDC and the City of Dublin:

• Gathering at least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food and water.
• Have immunization records handy.
• Check your emergency supplies.
• Bring in outdoor items or tie them securely.
• Keep your car fueled and cell phone charged.
• Avoid low-lying areas subject to flooding and don’t drive in flooded areas.
• Never drink flood water. During a water advisory, use only bottled, boiled, or treated water for drinking.
• Listen to boil advisories to know if water is safe for bathing and drinking.
• Use generators at least 20 feet from any doors, windows, or vents to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Clean debris from storm drains.
• Keep garbage cans and cars at least one foot from the curb to avoid blocking stormwater flows.