Russian River Flooding In Sonoma County: Beginning on Wednesday, January 4, and continuing through Thursday, January 5, weather forecasters predict a significant storm that will bring rain and wind. A high wind warning has been issued by the National Weather Service beginning at 4 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, and continuing until 10 p.m. on Thursday, January 5.
Above a height of 1000 feet, we may anticipate winds with sustained speeds of 20 to 30 miles per hour and gusts reaching up to 60 miles per hour. The coast and the highest peaks might experience gusts of up to 70 miles per hour locally. There is a possibility that power lines and trees will be brought down. It is anticipated that there may be widespread power outages.
During the two days that the storm will last, it is expected that travel will be difficult. Use caution if you must drive. People should stay indoors and out of the places projected for severe weather and away from trees and branches. During the high winds, you should remain in the lower levels of your home and stay away from windows.
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When Did The Flood Occur On The Russian River?
A new NOAA projection as of 3 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3, indicates that the Russian River will crest at 35.9 feet, approximately 4 feet above the flood stage, early Friday morning in the Guerneville area of Sonoma County. This prediction is based on data collected as of Tuesday, January 3. Even though the flood stage is 32 feet, housing in the Russian River channel is subject to flooding earlier than the flood stage.
On Facebook, Fifth District Supervisor Lynda Hopkins posted, “My two cents,” and then she said, “meteorologists don’t like the way this storm is forming.” We may get lucky, and the storm will stall and dump to the north or the south of us.
But we could get unfortunate (like we did in 2019) and grow worse. I believe it is best to plan for the worst-case scenario, as this ensures that you are either entirely ready for anything that may occur or relieved that you were well-prepared.
It is anticipated that the highest level of the Russian River will reach 35.9 feet, which is only a hair below the flood threshold. NOAA provided this photo.
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“Of perhaps more concern is next week, with the chance of two further atmospheric rivers coming on the heels of this major storm,” Hopkins wrote.
“Of perhaps greater concern is next week, with the likelihood of two additional atmospheric rivers coming.” Initial projections indicate that the Russian River may reach a maximum height of approximately 39 feet in Guerneville on Monday, even though computer models are substantially less reliable for the following week.
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