Flash Flood Warning Issued as East Bay Slammed By Storm: NWS

BAY AREA, CA — Storm conditions throughout the Bay Area are expected to peak this evening, according to the National Weather Service.

Strong gusty winds coupled with moderate to heavy rainfall are currently being experienced, resulting in flooding that has closed roads and caused other problems. The strong winds are downing trees, resulting in more power outages and blocked roads. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for south Alameda County through midnight.

Chances of thunderstorms later tonight are low but possible, weather service officials said. Up in the North Bay, weather service officials have also issued a flood warning for the Russian River near Guerneville and the Napa River in areas near St. Helena and Napa.

In addition to the wet weather, king tides are expected to occur today through Jan. 12. The tides are a naturally occurring phenomenon that occurs when there is an alignment of the gravitational pull between the sun and moon, causing high astronomical tides.

The tides, along with the storm surge and rain runoff, could result in flooding in coastal and low-lying areas.
The rain is expected to ease up later tonight and into early morning on Jan. 11, with scattered showers expected after that, weather service officials said.

After Wednesday, a drying and cooling trend is expected to come into the Bay Area and Monterey Bay region, going into the weekend and early next week, according to the weather service.

By Mark Nero, Autumn Johnson, Bea Karnes - Patch Staff

Bay City News contributed to this report/Image via UCPD

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