Flash Flood — Calaveras, California

2019-02-14 · near Sandy Gulch, Calaveras, California

Event narrative

Over 2-3 hours 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain fell. A mudslide was reported at this particular location with the road being closed from Woodhouse Mine to West Point.

Wider weather episode

Heavy snow fell over the mountains and extended down into lower elevations, causing widespread travel problems and road closures. Thunderstorms brought heavy rain and small hail with widespread road flooding. Gusty winds brought down trees and caused power outages.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 809563. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.