Flood — Butte, California

2023-01-14 · near Jonesville, Butte, California

Event narrative

California Highway Patrol reports numerous roads closed across Butte County due to roadway flooding, including SR 70 from Jarbo Gap to SR 89, Central House from SR 70 to Lone Tree, and SR 162 in multiple locations.

Wider weather episode

A major winter storm in mid-January brought widespread rain, heavy mountain snow, gusty winds, flooding and significant mountain travel impacts. Thunderstorms developed on January 14, producing funnel clouds and a tornado in Sacramento County. Downed trees and roadway flooding were also reported.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1078429. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.