Flash Flood Watch Issued For Most Of Bay Area Wednesday: NWS

BAY AREA — The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for most of the Bay Area and Monterey County from Wednesday evening through late Wednesday night as a powerful storm moves through the area.

The NWS warns, "Urban and small stream flooding will become likely along with rapid rises on main stem rivers. Small creeks and streams may rapidly rise near or above bankfull."

The agency is imploring people to take action now to protect their homes and properties. If your home or business is in an area that is prone to flooding, sandbags should be placed today or tomorrow morning. You should also move to higher ground, if necessary.

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Areas impacted by recent wildfires will be especially vulnerable to flooding and mudslides.

Take a look at the map of the Flash Flood Watch area to determine your vulnerability.

The National Weather Service reported late Tuesday morning that anywhere from a tenth to a half inch of rain has already fallen in most areas in the past 24 hours. Some mountain reporting stations collected between an half and one inch. Down in Big Sur, one station has already seen more than 2 inches of rain.

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