Heavy Rain in Del Norte County, California

Heavy Rain February 24, 2019 · Del Norte County, California

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

What the National Weather Service wrote

Estimated 3.5 inches of rain. Active slide occurring on Highway 101 blocking all lanes.

The wider storm

Deep-layer westerly flow aided in a persistent influx of moisture across the steep coastal terrain of Northwest California. Heavy rain occurred as a result, leading to rapid rises on creeks, streams and rivers. Numerous instances of flooding were observed, which resulted in road closures and one fatality.

Began near Klamath Afs (41.6295, -124.1125).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 807027. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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