SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — Intense storms that battered the San Francisco Bay Area for greater than per week prompted flooding, downed bushes and energy outages. After one other weekend of rain and robust winds, some dry days are forward this week, however one other storm is predicted Wednesday. Even with a break within the rain for now, the area continues to be dealing with residual results consequently of the robust storm.
Jan. 16, 2023
11 p.m.
People head outdoors to benefit from the sunshine for 1st time in weeks as storm cleanup continues
After a seemingly endless stretch of storms, the sunshine is lastly again within the Bay Area.
In San Francisco, a nonetheless soaked Crissy Field was alive with individuals.
“We didn’t have to bring our umbrella. We just kind of walked out of the house and didn’t have to worry about getting drenched,” mentioned Kate Costello.
But it wasn’t shiny skies for everybody. Earlier within the day, The Golden Gate National Recreation Area tweeted a photograph of an previous army construction on the seashore of Fort Funston after it slid down a close-by bluff.
“I believe that what rolled out of the hill this morning was a piece of the rifle range, apparently dated to the 1930s,” mentioned retired National Park Service Curator, John Martini.
The construction tumbled off the cliff round 10 a.m. Monday, doubtless because of the saturated land in response to park officers.
“We actually did a study to see could we stabilize in place some of these structures, especially some of the gun positions, and it was just so prohibitively expensive,” mentioned Martini.
Fort Funston is dwelling to a number of such army constructions, some of which performed roles through the second world conflict.
Due to time and erosion, a number of have fallen through the years.
No one was injured within the slide, however park employees reminded guests to be cautious of their environment within the space.
4 p.m.
Hwy 13 anticipated to reopen Monday night after closure for mudslides
Caltrans crews are nonetheless working Monday afternoon to take away mud from a stretch of of southbound Highway 13 in Oakland, the place a fallen tree and mudslides closed the highway late Sunday night time.
The highway is predicted to reopen between 5 and 6 p.m. Monday, in accordance California Highway Patrol Officer Adib Zeid.
3:40 p.m.
Southbound lanes of Hwy 1 reopen after rockslide near Tom Lantos Tunnels
The southbound lanes of Highway 1 near the Tom Lantos Tunnels have reopened after a large boulder and rockslide blocked half of the roadway.
3:30 p.m.
South Bay reservoirs spilling following storms
This sequence of atmospheric storms stuffed many Santa Clara County reservoirs to the purpose of spilling.
“Uvas Reservoir in South County has been spilling for a good week, Almaden Reservoir on and off, Coyote Reservoir been spilling,” mentioned Bassam Kassab, Water Supply Operation Manager for Valley Water.
The most up-to-date to spill has been Lexington Reservoir near Los Gatos.
Crews have been working to clear particles and blockage all through the county however one of a very powerful jobs for individuals who handle the native waterways will likely be to attract down the reservoirs to cease the spilling.
They anticipate spilling at Lexington to cease within the subsequent three days and the opposite reservoirs inside per week or two.
This time of yr, Valley Water says the reservoirs cannot keep fully full in case extra storms come, so they are going to be releasing some of the water till the spring once we sometimes do not anticipate as a lot rain.
2:15 p.m.
WWII bunker slides off bluff onto seashore at Fort Funston
Golden Gate National Recreation Area officers are urging guests to be attentive to their environment and comply with trailhead indicators after a WWII bunker slid off a bluff and onto the seashore beneath.
1:10 p.m.
Both instructions of Hwy 37 reopen after flooding
The California Highway Patrol tweeted Monday afternoon that each instructions of Highway 37 are open and solely the suitable westbound lane stays closed for security causes. It will reopen as soon as CHP deems it to be protected.
1 p.m.
Massive boulder, rockslide blocking half of Hwy 1 near Devil’s Slide
A large boulder and rockslide are blocking half of Highway 1 near the Tom Lantos Tunnels. Video taken from ABC7 reporter Gloria Rodriguez exhibits vehicles are nonetheless capable of make it across the boulder however visitors is slowed within the space.
12:30 p.m.
19 houses evacuated alongside Kirker Creek in Pittsburg
Pittsburg PD confirms they requested households in not less than 19 houses alongside the Kirker Creek to evacuate in a single day, together with 4 items within the Fox Creek Apartment complicated. Twelve individuals have been rescued by way of boat by a swift-water rescue crew.
12 p.m.
Rushing water on the Lexington Reservoir
Video exhibits the Lexington Reservoir spillway outflow on the base of the dam. The water goes into Los Gatos Creek.
8:20 a.m.
NB 101 in Redwood City closed
Lanes are blocked on Northboound 101 in Redwood City because of emergency pothole repairs at Woodside Road. Dozens of vehicles have been broken by the massive pothole.
CHP says to anticipate delays and advises utilizing alternate routes. There is not any estimated time of opening.
8:15 a.m.
Berkeley mudslides shutdown roads, trigger evacuation warnings
Several areas in Berkeley have seen mudslides Monday morning.
The spiral between Wildcat Canyon and Middlefield, Middlefield North of the crossways, and Wildcat Canyon between Sunset and Park Hills Road are closed because of a mudslide.
Berkeley police are advising residents within the space to be ready to evacuate, and say some have already got.
UC Berkeley police additionally say to keep away from the realm of Sports Lane on the Clark Kerr campus as a result of of a mudslide.
Jan. 15, 2023
9:40 p.m.
Santa Clara County extends evacuation warning to incorporate extra areas
The County of Santa Clara introduced an extension to present evacuation warnings to incorporate neighborhood members residing within the watershed areas alongside the Bloomfield Avenue Area – between Highways 25 and 152, and south of Bloomfield Avenue to the county line – because of the climate situations and potential dangers of flooding to most of the people and property.
SCC mentioned the prior evacuation warning zone is being expanded because of two levy breaches in San Benito County, which is adjoining to the expanded zone space.
The county’s workplace of emergency companies recommends that neighborhood members residing within the marked areas ought to collect their family members, pets, private objects, essential paperwork, prescription medicines, change of garments, non-perishable meals, water, additional batteries, flashlights, and telephone chargers in preparation for potential evacuations.
The county additionally introduced a Local Assistance Center at San Martin Lion’s Club, positioned at 12415 Murphy Ave. in San Martin. This shelter is accessible and all service animals are welcome.
4:35 p.m.
Caltrans pronounces a number of storm-related freeway closures
The newest winter storm system to maneuver via the Bay Area area has resulted in varied freeway closures within the following places because of highway hazards on the freeway, says Caltrans:
East Bay:
Alameda County — SR 84 (Niles Canyon) from Main Street in Sunol to Mission Boulevard in Fremont is closed.
North Bay:
Sonoma County — SR 1 near Coleman Gulch Road. One-way visitors management in place.
Sonoma County — SR 1 at Russian Gulch to Meyers Grade Road. One-way visitors management in place.
Marin County — Full closure of SR 37 between U.S. 101 and Atherton Avenue, together with connector ramps from U.S. 101
Napa County — Westbound SR 128 near Lower Chiles Valley Road. One-way visitors management in place.
South Bay:
Santa Clara County — Eastbound SR 130 near Quimby Road. Local Traffic Only.
San Mateo County — SR 92 from higher SR 35 to Pilarcitos Creek Road, Half Moon Bay. One-way visitors management.
San Mateo County — Lane discount in place on southbound U.S. 101 near Broadway Street.
San Mateo County — Northbound SR 1 near Pescadero Road. One-way visitors management in place.
4:15 p.m.
More slides immediate new, continued closures to components of Hwy 1, Caltrans says
Caltrans says it continues to make assessments in its restoration efforts for quite a few places on Highway 1 which were impacted by the sequence of California storms.
Multiple places proceed to be closed:
- Roads simply south of Mill Creek are closed each methods because of a latest rockslide
- Crews are responding to an space north of Lucia, the place a lane has accrued over one foot of particles and sediment over the past two days
- A brand new closures is in place on the location often called Morning Glory
- The southern closure of Highway 1 will stay on the elephant seal viewing space, 4 miles north of San Simeon.
- A big slide, one mile south of Ragged Point, extends over each lanes of journey. As a end result, the freeway is impassible at this location and is predicted to limit entry to Ragged Point from the south for a number of weeks.
Caltrans crews will likely be onsite at these places over the following few days to assist clear the roadways.
12:50 p.m.
Hwy 37 in Novato to stay closed indefinitely, Caltrans says
Highway 37 between Highway 101 and Atherton Ave. in Novato will stay closed indefinitely, Caltrans mentioned in a tweet.
11 a.m.
Both instructions of Hwy 37 in Novato to stay closed till Monday, Caltrans says
Highway 37 between Highway 101 and Atherton Ave. in Novato will stay closed till Monday, Caltrans mentioned. The space closed after water rose from the Novato Creek Saturday afternoon.
Caltrans is constant to pump out flood water, however crews say, extra water is coming from downstream.
10 a.m.
Muir Woods in Mill Valley reopens Sunday
After being closed Saturday because of storm, Muir Woods is predicted to reopen Sunday, however at a later time, at 10 a.m.
9 a.m.
Both instructions of Hwy 37 closed in Novato because of flooding, CHP says
Image of flooding at Highway 37 in Novato, Calif. on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023.
California Highway Patrol
The California Highway Patrol says each instructions of Highway 37 from Atherton Ave. to U.S. Route 101 in Novato are closed because of extreme flooding.
Crews are attempting to pump out floodwater.
No phrase when the freeway will reopen.
8 a.m.
Highway 92 near Half Moon Bay partially reopens, crews proceed to restore sinkhole
Caltrans has partially reopened state Highway 92 near Half Moon Bay as of Saturday night.
One-way visitors management went into impact simply after 8 p.m. Saturday on eastbound Highway 92 at Highway 35 (Skyline Boulevard) to Pilarcitos Creek Road in Half Moon Bay.
Westbound Highway 92 stays closed from Highway 35 to Pilarcitos Creek Road in Half Moon Bay.
The closure stays in impact whereas work crews proceed to make repairs on a sinkhole.
Jan. 14, 2023
8 p.m.
Golden Gate Bridge reopens each instructions after large rig overturn: Caltrans
Golden Gate Bridge is opening again up in each instructions, in response to Caltrans. Drivers ought to anticipate visitors delays, contemplate alternate routes, and permit for added journey time.
7:15 p.m.
SR 37 near Atherton Avenue in Marin Co. closed in each instructions because of flooding: Caltrans
Caltrans in coordination with the California Highway Patrol has closed State Route 37 in each eastbound and westbound instructions near Atherton Avenue in Novato because of storm associated flooding.
Motorists are inspired to make use of U.S. 101 to I-580 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, then eastbound I-80 to journey from Marin County to Solano and different North Bay locations.
7 p.m.
Golden Gate Bridge closed in each instructions because of overturned large rig: Caltrans
The Golden Gate Bridge closed in each instructions early Saturday night because of an overturned large rig. Emergency crews and the California Highway Patrol are on scene. Motorists can anticipate visitors delays.
4 p.m.
Flood Advisory in impact in Santa Cruz Co., NWS says
The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory in Santa Cruz County till 6 p.m.
1 p.m.
Evacuation orders for Holohan, East Lake and College in Santa Cruz County, officers say
Evacuations are underway alongside Holohan, East Lake and College areas in Santa Cruz County, officers say
11:30 a.m.
Hundreds with out energy in West Marin after big tree knocks down energy strains, blocks highway
PG&E is making an attempt to revive energy after a large Cypress tree fell on the highway pulling down energy strains on Highway 1 in Point Reyes in West Marin.
The tree fell at Mesa Rd. and Cypress Rd. shutting down the highway. Caltrans is working to clear the tree, in response to ABC7’s Cornell Barnard who’s on the scene.
At final verify, practically 900 prospects within the space are with out energy.
10:40 a.m.
Muir Woods in Marin County closed Saturday because of climate, park says
Officials with Muir Woods say the park will likely be closed Saturday consequently of the morning’s storm. “Due to severe storm impacts, weather forecast, and road conditions, we have decided to close Muir Woods today.”
They say reservations will likely be robotically canceled and refunded. They will monitor Sunday’s climate situations to see if the park will reopen.
10:35a.m.
Parts of Cloverdale Road in Pescadero in San Mateo County closed because of mudslide, CAL FIRE says
Parts of Cloverdale Road in Pescadero in San Mateo County is closed because of mudslide, CAL FIRE CZU mentioned on Saturday. Officials say the closure is near Butano State Park Road. Drivers ought to keep away from the realm. There is not any estimate of reopening.
9:25 a.m.
Flood Watch undegraded to Flood Warning for Sonoma County, Santa Rosa fireplace officers say
The National Weather Service has upgraded a Flood Watch to a Flood Warning for Sonoma County via 2:30 p.m., Santa Rosa fireplace officers mentioned. The NWS may change the time of the warning based mostly on climate situations, officers added.
8.30 a.m.
Report of energy strains down in Berkeley, firefighters say
The Berkeley fireplace division is advising residents to keep away from the realm of Clairmont Ave. between Stonewall, Tanglewood and Avalon till additional discover because of a number of energy strains down in Clairmont. More information here.
8 a.m.
Evacuations underway in Felton Grove in Santa Cruz Co. because of main storm, officers say
Emergency evacuations are underway in Felton Grove as a result of of the relentless climate.
“Deputies are in the area. If you live in the neighborhood, please leave now,” Santa Cruz County officers tweeted Saturday morning.
They’re involved about attainable flooding alongside the San Lorenzo River later right this moment.
There are two evacuation facilities open for this neighborhood.
One is on the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville.
Another is about up at Cabrillo College in Aptos.
Both areas are pet pleasant and have RV parking.
This is an space that has already been hit exhausting.
The city of Felton has been pummeled with rain — leaving a swampy mess for individuals residing within the Felton Grove neighborhood.
Residents have needed to evacuate a number of occasions for the reason that begin of the brand new yr because of main flooding.
And this morning, Santa Cruz County officers urging residents to get out as soon as once more.
7:45 a.m.
Pregame flyover over Levi’s Stadium canceled
Saturday’s scheduled pregame flyover over Levi’s Stadium has been canceled as a result of of climate.
The wild-card playoff recreation will nonetheless proceed.
The 49ers are set to play in opposition to the Seattle Seahawks at 1:30 p.m.
6 a.m.
High Surf Warning in impact for shoreline till 10 a.m.
A High Surf Warning is in impact for the shoreline till 10 a.m. Saturday because of the heavy rain and robust wind. Waves are anticipated to be 20 – 25 toes tall. Officials say individuals ought to keep out of the water as a result of of life-threatening swimming and surf situations.
5:30 a.m.
Wind Advisory in impact for Bay Area Saturday morning, Solano Co. till 6 p.m.
There is a Wind Advisory in impact for all the Bay Area this morning. The advisory will likely be in impact longer for Solano County from 7 a.m. to six p.m. Saturday.
5a.m.
Flood Watch in impact for complete Bay Area this weekend via Monday with extra rain, robust winds
There is a Flood Watch for all the Bay Area via Monday at 4 p.m. with flooding attainable as robust Level 3 Storm makes strategy to the Bay Area Saturday morning.
Jan. 13, 2023
11 p.m.
Marin Co. first responders gear up for the weekend, whereas nonetheless recovering from Friday’s storm
At an condo complicated in Fairfax, a mudslide crashed into the constructing from an adjoining hill, displacing 19 residents together with their pets.
“I got woken up this morning by a loud knock on the door. It was the fire department saying the whole hill was coming down,” mentioned one of the evacuees.
Another slide occurred down the highway in Lagunitas, the place one household was left to scrub up the mess of their yard.
While Friday was a busy day for first responders round Marin County, fireplace officers inform ABC7 News they’re additionally gearing up for what’s to come back this weekend.
At the Marin County Fire Station in Woodacre, Battalion Chief Graham Groneman confirmed us some of the search and rescue tools he and his crew are preparing for the approaching days.
“We’re going to see trees down, power lines down. People are going to be out of power. And I think it all comes down to where the storm impacts the Bay Area,” he mentioned.
He says that there will likely be a number of groups on standby all through the county, prepared to reply in a second’s discover.
“We’ve had multiple deployments of our urban search and rescue team and our water team in preparation for these storm events,” mentioned Groneman.
But after weeks of heavy rain and wind, Groneman says he thinks everybody is prepared for a little bit break.
“I think we’re all ready for the sun to come out and things to dry out a little bit.”
8 p.m.
North Bay underneath Flood Advisory till 10 p.m.
The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for parts of the Northern Bay Area, together with Sonoma County till 10 p.m. this night. NWS says city and small stream flooding attributable to further rainfall on already saturated soil is predicted.
This will have an effect of :
- Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas
- Rises in small streams
- Dangerous flows over low-water crossings
- Water over roadways
- Overflowing poor drainage areas
- Some impassable low-water crossings
- Elevated river or stream flows
- Ponding of water in city or different space
“Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles,” mentioned NWS in its announcement.
The company additionally recommends the general public to:
- Be conscious of your environment and don’t drive on flooded roads.
- Do not try to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
- Please report noticed flooding to native emergency companies or legislation enforcement and request they go this information to the National Weather service when you are able to do so safely.
5:45 p.m.
Evacuation warnings issued for components of Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County has issued evacuation warnings for watershed areas of the Uvas Reservoir, Pacheo Pass River basin and Highway 101 and Bolsa Road because of potential threat of flooding and climate situations.
Pacheco Pass River Basin for these residing within the areas of:
- El Toro Rd South of HWY 152 to Bloomfield Ave
- Lovers Lane between Shore Rd and HWY 152
Watershed Areas of the Uvas Reservoir embody these residing:
- South of Uvas Reservoir together with Thousand Trails RV Park and Uvas Pines RV Park
- South of Sycamore Drive and Watsonville Rd
- Homes south of Lions Peak
- South of Day Road and Geri Lane
- Watsonville and HWY 152
HWY 101 and Bolsa Rd.:
- South of Hwy 152, East of Hwy 101.
- South of Pacheco Pass (Hwy 152) and East of Hwy 101.
- South of Luchessa Ave. and East of Thomas Rd.
- East of Santa Teresa Blvd. to Castro Valley Rd.
- North of Castro Valley Rd. to Luchessa Ave.
- North of Hwy 25 between Hwy 101 & Bloomfield Rd.
- West of Bloomfield Ave. between Hwy 25 & Pacheco Pass (Hwy 152)
- East of Hwy 101 to Pacheco Pass (Hwy 152)
The county is encouraging resident to remain off the roads, creek beds, waterways and fast paced waters. For extra information, go to www.PrepareSCC.org/Flood.
5 p.m.
Santa Clara County braces for extra storms
In Santa Clara County, clear up and repairs proceed after the area was hit with flooding and mass energy outages.
Now, officers are making ready for the following spherical of storms and dealing to ensure the general public is prepared too.
“Crews, as you’re well aware, are working around the clock for the past few weeks to remove debris and other blockages from those portions of creeks and streams throughout Santa Clara County,” mentioned John Varela, Valley Water board chair.
The emergency order has been prolonged all through the county to supply obligatory assets.
Varela says practically 52,000 houses and companies in Santa Clara County are inside the FEMA particular flood hazard space.
County officers say the circumstances are difficult, however they’re prepared for the worst.
“This season, we’ve been coordinating all year through hot weather and cold weather,” mentioned Darrell Ray, deputy director of Santa Clara County’s Office of Emergency Management, “So we got plenty of practice throughout the last 12 months.”
Officials additionally urge everybody to join native reverse 911 alerts like SCCalerts in Santa Clara County.
Other reminders embody ensuring you’ve an emergency plan with household and mates and have an emergency provide equipment.
1 p.m.
Comcast opens free WiFi hotspots to assist residents throughout storms
Comcast introduced Friday that greater than 147,000 public Xfinity WiFi hotspots all through Northern and Central California are actually out there and free for anybody, together with non-Xfinity prospects, to make use of through the storms. For a map of public hotspots go to Xfinity.com/wifi.
12:45 p.m.
Wind Advisory issued for complete Bay Area on Saturday
ABC7 News Meteorologist Drew Tuma says a Wind Advisory has been issued for all the Bay Area from 4 a.m.-Noon Saturday for wind gusts as much as 50 mph.
6 a.m.
Caltrans working restricted convoy operations to closure space of Hwy 1
Caltrans is working a restricted convoy operation on Friday in an effort to enable for entry out and in of the closure space of state Highway 1 for resupply runs.
This is proscribed entry to permit for resupplies throughout this window of milder climate earlier than a extra intense storm passes over the area this weekend.
Convoy schedule for Friday:
- Convoy will depart from Ragged Point at 12 midday and arrive simply south of Deetjen’s Inn at roughly 1:30 p.m.
- Convoy will depart from simply south of Deetjen’s Inn at 3 pm and arrive at Ragged Point at roughly 4:40 p.m.
Jan. 12, 2023
6 p.m.
North Bay prepares for subsequent spherical of storms
In the North Bay, a break between storms Thursday meant an opportunity to cleanup, dry out and assess the injury from the final storm.
Chain saws have been working time beyond regulation, making an attempt to take away a large 100-foot Pine tree from Janine Wilson’s yard in Santa Rosa the place it toppled round 3 a.m. Thursday, after heavy storms this week.
“We heard a big boom, saw hole in the ceiling, got out and called 911,” mentioned Wilson. Remarkably, nobody was damage however about that gap within the bed room ceiling – it is about 12 inches vast.
Across city, Robert Cepeda’s tree trimming crew was greater than busy, he says they’ve working continuous since New Year’s Eve.
On the fast paced Russian River, ranges have been holding regular at Forestville.
Flooding may occur probably Sunday. Sonoma County Fire District Captain Shawn Johnson was watching the river and taking benefit of a break within the climate to do some swift water rescue coaching.
3:05 p.m.
Oakland Zoo to stay closed
Oakland Zoo tweeted on Thursday that it will stay closed because of reconstruction delays from huge sinkhole injury attributable to the Bay Area storms.
2:30 p.m.
Niles Canyon Road reopens after repairs, flooding
Caltrans tweeted Thursday afternoon that Niles Canyon Road (Highway 84) between Fremont and Sunol has reopened after repairs to a guardrail and flooding.
12 p.m.
Santa Clara Co. leaders urge residents to join Emergency Alerts
After devastating flooding throughout Santa Clara County, leaders are calling on the general public to make probably life-saving preparations on our final day of dry climate earlier than the rain returns this weekend. The finest method they are saying individuals can do that is by signing up for emergency alerts from SCCAlerts.org.
More than a million residents have signed up for the personalised alerts for the place you live within the county. 166 thousand texts and made 462 calls have been despatched out over our latest winter storms. This contains when the Uvas Creek Flooded in Gilroy. With flooding a chance this weekend, Santa Clara County needs everybody to be prepared for all prospects.
“Knowledge can save lives,” Santa Clara Co. Board of Supervisors President Susan Ellenberg mentioned. “Information can help you avert personal disaster. Connectivity allows you to protect your loved ones.”
8:30 a.m.
Flood Watch issued for complete Bay Area this weekend
ABC7 Meteorologist Drew Tuma says a Flood Watch has been issued for all the Bay Area this weekend. While we’re getting a break from the rain Thursday, he forecasts it returning with an opportunity of thunderstorms Friday. An even stronger storm, a Level 3 on the exclusive ABC7 Storm Impact Scale, is predicted to hit the area on Saturday, with the worst of it hitting between 6 a.m. and 12 p.m.
8:30 a.m.
Sinkhole closes each instructions of Highway 92 near Half Moon Bay, CHP says
Highway 92 in San Mateo County has been shut down once more in each instructions because of a sinkhole that fashioned in a single day, CHP says. Latest here.
7 a.m.
CA excessive drought just about eradicated after January storms, Bay Area sees ‘big positive aspects’
A brand new drought monitor is out and the intense drought class (second highest) has been just about worn out throughout California. A small sliver nonetheless exists on the California/Oregon border however that solely accounts for 0.3% of the state. Full story here.
Jan. 11, 2023
5 p.m.
Hwy 92 reopens with alternating one-way visitors controls because of unsafe highway situations
Authorities say Highway 92 has reopened with alternating one-way visitors controls from higher Highway 35 west to Pilacritos Creek Road.
Earlier Thursday, CHP shut down the freeway because of unsafe highway situations attributable to the moist climate. CHP tweeted out an image of the dip within the highway that they mentioned may flip right into a sinkhole if vehicles proceed to drive on that portion of the highway.
2:20 p.m.
Flood Advisory issued for San Francisco, components of Marin, San Mateo counties
ABC7 Meteorologist Drew Tuma says Flood Advisory has been issued for San Francisco, southern Marin County and northern San Mateo County.
1 p.m.
CA water officers give replace on parade of storms
Officials with the California Department of Water Resources and forecasters give an replace on the parade of storms that proceed to trigger issues throughout the state.
11:18 a.m.
State Route 92 in Redwood City closed in each instructions at State Route 35 in Redwood City, CHP says
State Route 92 in Redwood City is closed in each instructions between higher and decrease State Route 35 because of unsafe highway situations attributable to the moist climate, the California Highway Patrol says. They say drivers ought to take alternate routes.
11:12 a.m.
Eastbound lane of Bolinas Road in West Marin closed because of landslide
Marin Public Works says the eastbound lane of Bolinas Rd is closed near Sky Oaks Rd intersection in West Marin because of a landslide. Traffic controls says measures are in place enable for alternating two-way visitors via the opposite lane till the highway might be repaired.
Jan. 10, 2023
2:15 p.m.
Gov. Gavin Newsom and CA officers give replace on storm injury in Bay Area, state
Governor Gavin Newsom and California officers gave an replace on the storm injury that slammed the Bay Area and state.
He says round 34,000 individuals throughout California are at present underneath evacuation orders and 163,000 persons are with out energy within the state.
Gov. Newsom says the wind has been a disproportionate think about phrases of downed energy strains and fallen bushes.
He is reminding the general public “just because it looks clear, doesn’t mean it is clear,” to take precautions with the climate.
Newsom additionally addressed the five-year-old San Luis Obispo boy who is missing after he was swept away in floodwaters on Monday.
“It’s at moments like this, we just pray for a miracle. That young boy child whose lives now danger having been missing for some time, down in Paso Robles.”
He additionally addressed how we’re in a drought. “We’re in the third year of the driest drought conditions that we’ve experienced in recorded history going back to 1896.”
Newsom additionally says “the dryers are getting a lot drier in the last three years and the wets are getting a lot wetter. This weather Whiplash is that new reality?”
He says the main target ought to be on how the state manages these challenges and the way it offers with hydrology going ahead. “In terms of storm water capture, rainwater capture, and how we address these floods in terms of banking the water for the future.”
1:45 p.m.
Flash Flood Warning downgraded to Flash Flood Watch
A Flash Flood Warning has been downgraded to a Flash Flood Watch for all the Bay Area till 4 p.m., in response to the National Weather Service.
1:21 p.m.
Tree falls on Muni bus in San Francisco
An enormous tree fell on a Muni bus in San Francisco on Tuesday, in response to ABC7’s Lyanne Melendez who shot video of the incident. It occurred at Stockton and Sutter. Melendez says live energy strains additionally fell. No phrase but on any accidents.
12:40 p.m.
Thunderstorms anticipated at components of the Bay Area this afternoon, National Weather Service says
The National Weather Service says thunderstorms are anticipated to hit parts of the Bay Area all through the afternoon on Tuesday. They are advising residents to take precautions, saying “when thunder roars, go indoors.”
Officials say Sutro Tower in San Francisco suffered a lightning strike as a thunderstorm moved throughout the town.
12:20 p.m.
Flash Flood Warning issued for SF, Daly City and South San Francisco, NWS says
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for San Francisco, Daly City CA and South San Francisco till 3:30 p.m., the National Weather Service tweeted on Tuesday.
10:00 a.m.
SF sees half a yr’s value of rain in final 2 weeks
ABC7 News Meteorologist Drew Tuma says San Francisco has seen half a yr’s value of rain within the final two weeks. Since Christmas Day we now have solely skilled two fully dry days.
9 a.m.
These State Routes are closed in Santa Cruz County, CHP says
SR-9 at Keystone method
SR-9, between Glen Arbor Rd. and Holiday Ln.
SR-9, north of SR-236
SR-9 at Lazy Woods Rd.
SR-35 at Bear Creek Rd.
SR-236 at Little Basin Rd.
9 a.m.
Nearly 100,000 power outages in Bay Area
PG&E is reporting over 93,000 energy outages on Tuesday, with most coming from the South Bay.
PG&E says that over 53,000 outages are within the South Bay and over 19,000 outages are on the Peninsula.
Downed bushes and energy strains have prompted points Tuesday morning.
4:45 a.m.
Flood Warning canceled for Russian River
The flood warning alongside the Russian River has been canceled as cresting moved just under the 32-foot flood stage.
However, there stays vital flooding and injury within the space. The car parking zone at Steelhead Beach on the Russian River is underwater.
John Cordes says his pal’s complete yard in Guerneville flooded and his solely method out was by boat.
Two vehicles submerged in flood waters at Slusser and River Roads simply outdoors Santa Rosa.
Fire crews additionally helped rescue the driving force trapped in a Mercedes.
4:30 a.m.
Southbound Hwy 17 has reopened
Following a landslide that blocked the highway on Monday, Highway 17 at Glenwood Dr. in Los Gatos has reopened.
Before reopening the freeway, CHP officers have been out checking the roadways, which have been lined with downed bushes.
Jan. 9, 2023
7:45 p.m.
All lanes reopened on Highway 101 in Gilroy
The northbound and southbound lanes of Highway 101 in Gilroy have reopened, in response to a Caltrans tweet. Both instructions closed following main flooding on the freeway and houses flooding.
Video exhibits houses, highways near Gilroy flooded following main storm
6:15p.m.
Southbound Highway 101 in Gilroy reopens
ABC7’s Amanda del Castillo mentioned the southbound route of Highway 101 in Gilroy has reopened.
5:30 p.m.
The following roads stay closed or experiencing flooding in Gilroy:
Northbound-one lane is open, all southbound lanes are closed. Closure anticipated via not less than 6 p.m. For updates, visit here.
The City of Gilroy mentioned drivers must keep away from Silva’s Crossing and the Christmas Hill Park space because of excessive flood waters and harmful situations.
As of 5:30 p.m., the next roads are actually open to visitors:
3:30 p.m.
Evacuation warnings issued for parts of Santa Clara Co. due to flooding
Evacuation warnings have been issued for residents residing within the areas of Highway 101 and Bolsa Road because of flooding and different extreme climate impacts.
The areas embody:
- South of Hwy 152, East of Hwy 101.
- South of Pacheco Pass (Hwy 152) and East of Hwy 101.
- South of Luchessa Ave. and East of Thomas Rd.
- East of Santa Teresa Blvd. to Castro Valley Rd.
- North of Castro Valley Rd. to Luchessa Ave.
- North of Hwy 25 between Hwy 101 & Bloomfield Rd.
- West of Bloomfield Ave. between Hwy 25 & Pacheco Pass (Hwy 152)
- East of Hwy 101 to Pacheco Pass (Hwy 152)
12:50 p.m.
Stretch of southbound Hwy 101 closed near Gilroy due to flooding
A stretch of southbound Highway 101 is closed near Gilroy on Monday because of flooding, police mentioned.
Southbound lanes at Mesa Road, simply south of Monterey Highway, are closed, in response to an advisory despatched shortly earlier than midday.
Bolsa Road can also be flooding between Travel Park Circle and Carnadero Avenue, police mentioned.
Motorists are requested to keep away from the realm and use alternate routes.
11:50 p.m.
San Jose reporting a number of highway closures because of flooding, landslides
The City of San Jose is reporting a number of highway closure all through the town because of flooding and landslides. Officials say Bailey Road between McKean Road and Santa Teresa is closed because of flooding and slides. Gardendale Drive, south of Hillsdale Avenue is closed because of “water levels overtopping.” Lastly, Mill Pond Drive underneath Highway 87 is closed because of flooding.
11:45 a.m.
Santa Cruz. Co bridge collapses into Carrolitos Creek
Fire officers are warning drivers to make use of one other route in Santa Cruz County after the Browns Valley Road Bridge collapsed into the Carrolitos Creek. They say crews have responded to the scene and made contact with residents within the space.
11:30 a.m.
San Jose airport car parking zone closed because of flooding
Officials at Mineta San Jose Int’l Aiport say Parking Lot 2 is at present closed because of flooding. Officials say that it doesn’t impression vehicles already within the lot however the entrance to the lot. Travelers are being suggested to make use of an alternate lot in case you are parking on the airport right this moment.
11:10 a.m.
Flooding reported on Crossover Drive via Golden Gate Park
Residents are inspired to keep away from the stretch of Crossover Drive that runs via Golden Gate Park because of flooding, in response to an alert notification from AlertSF.
Emergency crews are working to clear the highway between Fulton Street and Lincoln Way.
Drivers can anticipate further journey time, and may contemplate different routes, mentioned the notification.
Life visitors updates might be discovered at https://511.org/.
10:50 a.m.
All westbound lanes of Hwy 37 in Marin County closed because of flooding
Caltrans says all westbound lanes of Highway 37 at Atherton Drive in Marin County are closed because of flooding. For live visitors situations head to https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov.
10:45 a.m.
Road closures reported in Fairfield because of flooding
Flooding in Fairfield resulted in some highway closures Monday morning, police mentioned.
The closures embody the on- and off- ramps to: Webster Street from Highway 12 and from Jackson Street to Highway 12. In addition, Abernathy at Suisun Valley Road are closed because of floods, in response to police.
Residents have been suggested to by no means drive via flooded roadways and if attainable, to keep away from touring.
Flooding might be reported to the Fairfield Police Departments dispatch at (707) 428-7300.
10 a.m.
Southbound Highway 17 closed because of landslide
The California Highway Patrol tweeted out Monday morning that southbound Highway 17 is closed south of Glenwood Drive because of a landslide.
8:50 a.m.
Several Petaluma roads closed because of flooding
Roads throughout Petaluma has been closed because of flooding that has stranded a number of drivers. Authorities advise residents to keep away from flooded roads and use detours. They say the rain is subsiding within the space however runoff from the Petaluma River watershed will proceed for the following few hours.
- Petaluma Blvd North between Corona Road and US 101.
- Old Redwood Hwy between North McDoeffectively and US 101.
- The intersection of Petaluma North and Industrial Drive/Stony Point Road is closed.
- Stony Point Road between Petaluma Blvd North and Pepper Road.
- Rainsville Road between Stony Road and Liberty Road.
- Lakeville Hwy (SR-116) between Stage Gulch Road and Frates Road.
- Westbound Lakeville within the 100 block, near Madison Street.
- Northbound North McDoeffectively at Redwood Way.
8:15 a.m.
An Evacuation Warning has been issued for components of Vacaville
Authorities have issued an Evacuation Warning for residents within the Southwood Place space in Vacaville. Officials say anybody residing South of Marshall Road, East of Peabody, North of Alamo and West of the Putah Canal is suggested there’s a potential menace to life and property.
6:40 a.m.
Santa Cruz County evacuations
There are evacuations taking place Monday morning in Santa Cruz County because the San Lorenzo River is at flood stage.
Aptos Beach Flats are underneath evacuation orders, in addition to individuals in Felton Grove and Paradise Park.
You are additionally requested to depart in case you are in Soquel Wharf Road.
People evacuating within the county can go to the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville and Cabrillo College in Aptos. Both areas are pet pleasant and have RV parking.
Santa Cruz County offered this link to verify on evacuations. You also can name 831-454-2285 for particulars on evacuations and shelters.
5:00 a.m.
President Biden approves California Emergency Declaration
The White House has authorized Governor Gavin Newsom’s request to declare a federal emergency in California because of floods and storms.
This permits the state to get extra federal funds and assets.
That contains Napa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma, and Santa Cruz counties.
This comes after Newsome introduced the state authorities has mobilized assets.
Jan. 8, 2023
5:30 p.m.
Several Sonoma Co. colleges will stay closed because of extreme climate
As of Sunday night time, some Sonoma County colleges will stay closed on Monday because of extreme climate. Here’s a list.
2:45 p.m.
Gov. Newsom discusses statewide efforts on flood security amid extreme winter storms
In a press convention, Governor Gavin Newsom and state, native and federal officers offered updates on the continued extreme winter storms impacting California. The Governor highlighted flood preparations and focus on statewide efforts round flood security.
He says the state authorities has mobilized assets to answer flooding, energy outages and main disasters.
Gov. Newsom is urging the general public to make use of frequent sense and keep away from placing your self in harmful conditions.
“Just a foot of water and your car is floating. Half a foot of water and you’re off your feet. Half a foot of water you’re losing control of your vehicle. We’re seeing people go around these detours. because they don’t see any obstacles. they think everything is fine. putting their lives at risk and putting first responders lives at risk.
The California National Guard has mobilized troops and has four rescue helicopters on standby- including one here in the Bay Area.
Ambulance strike teams have also been activated around the state.
Drivers are being asked to postpone travel, if possible.
11:45 a.m.
A High Wind Warning issued for the entire Bay Area starting tonight through Monday morning
The National Weather Service says south winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected in the valley locations. 35 to 50 mph with gusts up to 80 mph above 1000 feet.
Local gusts to around 80 mph along the coast and highest peaks.
The High Wind Warning is issued for Marin Coastal Range, Sonoma Coastal Range, North Bay Interior Mountains, Coastal North Bay, Including Point Reyes National Seashore and North Bay Interior Valleys.
The NWS says damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
9:30 a.m.
Flood Warning issued for Guadalupe River in Santa Clara County on Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for the Guadalupe River in Santa Clara County above the Almaden Expressway on Monday.
“The subsequent in a sequence of robust storms will transfer into the realm tonight into Monday. Excessive rainfall will result in growing flooding issues via the day on Monday because the heaviest rain is predicted to fall between the hours of 4 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday,” the NWS wrote.
8:30 a.m.
Muir Woods closed Sunday as park officials asses wind damage
Park officials say Muir Woods in Mill Valley will be closed on Sunday as they will assess the park from high wind damage. They said all parking reservations will be automatically canceled and refunded.
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