Flood Advisory
San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties, CA · until Today 3:45 PM PST
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Southeastern San Mateo County in northern California... Southwestern Santa Clara County in northern California... Santa Cruz County in northern California...
* WHEN...Until 345 PM PST.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1238 PM PST, the public reported heavy rain in the advisory area. Minor flooding is already occurring. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Palo Alto, Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Corralitos, Scotts Valley, Capitola, Live Oak, Woodside, Felton, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek, Soquel, Twin Lakes and Aptos. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to do during a Flood Advisory
- 1Slow down on wet roadsPonding water can make cars slide.
- 2Avoid low spotsUnderpasses and dips fill with water first.
- 3Never drive through waterYou can’t tell how deep it is or if the road is gone.
Flood Watch vs. Warning
Flood Advisory questions
Is a Flood Advisory dangerous?
It is less serious than a warning, but water on roads can still be deadly. Never drive through it.
How long does it last?
Usually a few hours.