Northern California deals with aftermath of weekend storm while preparing for Wednesday system

Northern California on Tuesday continues to deal with the aftermath of the New Year’s Eve storm that introduced heavy rain and powerful winds, all while preparing for one other robust system anticipated to reach on Wednesday. The weekend storm precipitated widespread flooding throughout Northern California, knocked out energy for hundreds and stranded dozens on flooded roadways. One individual was discovered useless inside a submerged car close to Dillard Road as first responders proceed to look for not less than one lacking individual. Residents of Point Pleasant, Glanville Tract and Franklin Pond have been ordered to evacuate because of flooding on Sunday. Evacuation orders stay in place as of Tuesday.The weekend storm additionally knocked out energy to hundreds of SMUD prospects in Sacramento, the place greater than 2,000 remained with out energy on Tuesday.A spokesperson with SMUD advised KCRA 3 on Monday that the utility will stay in an all-hands-on-deck place as Wednesday’s storm is anticipated to carry much more heavy rains and powerful winds.| MORE | Find SMUD’s outage map right hereThe weekend storm additionally precipitated the Cosumnes River to achieve its highest stage in historical past and introduced flooding to Wilton and elements of south Sacramento County. The county later confirmed Sunday that there had been a double levee breach.County officers have issued a neighborhood state of emergency and mentioned they are going to be accumulating harm estimates. Spokesperson Kim Nava mentioned the proclamation will give the county’s director of emergency providers the authority to totally use all county assets and personnel to help with the emergency.They may later search reimbursement if a state or federal emergency proclamation is issued.LATEST FORECAST Tuesday will keep primarily dry, however extra rain is anticipated to maneuver in Wednesday, in accordance with KCRA 3’s climate group. Meteorologist Tamara Berg says rain will intensify as we go all through the day, with some of the heaviest rain falling after sunset.| MORE | Northern California forecast: Weather Alert Day Wednesday because of widespread excessive winds, doable energy outagesThrough early Thursday, Sacramento may see 1 to 1.5 inches of rainfall, while areas round Yuba City may see two inches. Fairfield and different Delta areas may see greater than an inch and a half and Stockton/Modesto space may see half an inch.KCRA 3 is asking Wednesday an Alert Day because of robust winds, the place gusts are anticipated between 40 to 60 mph, inflicting extra harm and energy outages.HERE ARE THE LATEST UPDATES:5:26 p.m.: San Joaquin County says it is going to shut all regional, neighborhood and neighborhood parks on Wednesday upfront of the storm. The closure may final via Thursday or probably, Friday, too. The county mentioned the Micke Grove Zoo and Micke Grove Regional Park had “significant flooding and wind damage” and can stay closed via Sunday. 5:13 p.m.: There are nonetheless greater than 1,000 SMUD prospects with out energy. 5:04 p.m.: The National Weather Service says mountain journey is “highly discouraged” tomorrow.4:55 p.m.: KCRA 3’s Melanie Wingo stories that to date town of Sacramento has obtained 200 calls about downed bushes or limbs. The metropolis expects to proceed to be busy via this week with stories into 311.4:16 p.m.: Stockton Unified School District says households ought to “use caution and allow extra time while traveling to school” on Wednesday. 4:14 p.m.: Sacramento County can be closing all parks because of tree hazards. Read extra. 1:01 p.m.: All parks in Stockton are closed because of tree hazards from the weekend storm and forecast excessive winds Wednesday.12:42 p.m.: Chain controls have been lifted on I-80 over Donner Summit, however CHP is warning of the upcoming system.7:08 a.m.: Chain controls are in place within the Sierra, in accordance with CHP TruckeeDownload our app for the most recentHere is the place you may obtain our app for the most recent climate alerts.Follow our KCRA climate group on social mediaChief Meteorologist Mark Finan on Facebook and TwitterMeteorologist Tamara Berg on Facebook and TwitterMeteorologist Eileen Javora on FacebookMeteorologist Dirk Verdoorn on FacebookMeteorologist/Climate Reporter Heather Waldman on Facebook and TwitterWatch our forecasts on TV or on-lineHere’s the place to search out our newest video forecast. You may also watch a livestream of our newest newscast right here. The banner on our web site turns purple once we’re reside.We’re additionally streaming on the Very Local app for Roku, Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV.Track Northern California Doppler radar right here(App customers, click on right here to see our interactive radar map.)Track real-time visitors updates right here(App customers, click on right here to see our interactive visitors map.)