Flood — Glenn, California

2015-02-06 · near Willows, Glenn, California

Event narrative

CHP reported flooding at the intersection of Highway 99 west and Road 48.

Wider weather episode

A storm system brought heavy rain across the areas, with local flooding. A brief period of strong winds were reported, gusting to 50 to 80 miles an hour over the mountains of eastern Shasta and Plumas counties. These winds brought down trees, causing damage to homes, vehicles, and creating power outages. In Plumas county, approximately 67 buildings suffered wind damage; State Strike Teams of Hand Crews were tasked to assist in emergency debris/tree removal. Three schools and six public buildings were damaged as well. Major tree damage was reported in western Lassen County into Lassen National Park.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 559611. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.