Flash Flood in San Luis Obispo County, California

Flash Flood February 19, 2024 · San Luis Obispo County, California

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Swift water rescue teams rescued three people from the Salinas River.

The wider storm

A third, powerful, winter storm brought significant impacts to Southwestern California. Rainfall totals ranged between 2 and 12 inches with the highest totals across southern Santa Barbara county and western Ventura county. With the heavy rainfall, numerous reports of flooding and mud/debris flows were reported. Also, some gusty winds were reported.

Began near Paso Robles (35.6200, -120.6800).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1187886. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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