High Wind — Surprise Valley, California

2012-12-02 · Surprise Valley, California

Event narrative

The Surprise RAWS reported winds gusting to between 65 and 90 mph.

Wider weather episode

A warm and moist flow off of the Pacific brought strong winds, heavy rain, and high elevation snow (mostly above 7000-7500 feet) in the Sierra on the 2nd and 3rd. A widespread 2 to 5 inches of precipitation fell over eastern California. The heavy rain brought localized areas of debris flows and flooded roads as well as minor flooding (little or no damage) along the Susan River in and near Susanville.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 427395. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.