Flood — Nevada, California

2023-01-14 to 2023-01-15 · near Rough and Ready, Nevada, California

Event narrative

California Highway Patrol reported roadway flooding 6 inches deep at Rough and Ready Highway and Hard Rock Road.

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 1078455. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.