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by: Alexa Mae Asperin, Liz Jassin, Erica Pieschke
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – The latest breaking news, weather, and traffic updates as an Atmospheric River bringing heavy rains and gusty winds through the Bay Area Monday.
9:15 p.m.
From midnight to 9 p.m. on Monday, San Francisco received 2.34 inches, and more is on the way.
The record rainfall for Dec. 13 is 2.99 in San Francisco.
Midnight to 9 pm San Francisco has 2.34" rain, more to go thru midnight. December 13 record rainfall for SF is 2.99" in 2002. Storm total 2.94" so far, water year to date since Oct 1, 2021 is 11.31" & back in top ten (ranking 10th) wettest water years to date. Wettest since 1994. pic.twitter.com/2Ee0gzj2ZU
8:30 p.m.
Chain of Lakes Drive E. is closed from JFK Dr. to Fulton Streets in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park due to flooding.
8:15 p.m.
A Flood Advisory was issued in San Francisco until 9:45 p.m. — Minor flooding is expected on highways, streets, and underpasses.
Whaturban and Small Stream Flooding Caused By Excessive Rainfall Is Expected.. https://t.co/tKLUZeOSKl #CAwx pic.twitter.com/voqVLZqGGa
7:42 p.m.
A Special Marine Warning includes the waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point until 8:15 p.m.
Special Marine Warning including the Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point 10-60 NM and Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point California out to 10 nm until 8:15 PM PST pic.twitter.com/M2JH0RGAzf
5:18 p.m.
Cal Fire CZU has issued evacuation warnings in the San Lorenzo Valley area and CZU burn scar as rainfall continues.
Residents are encouraged to look up their evacuation zone to be prepared.
The following zones are under a warning (FIND MAP HERE):
BOU-E004A
BOU- E005
BOU-E006A
BOU-E006B
BOU-E007B
BOU-E008A
BOU-E008B
BOU-010
BOU-E011A
BOU-E011B
BOU-E012A
BOU-E012B
BOU-E012C
BOU-E013
BOU-E014
BOU-E015B
BOU-E020
BOU-E021
BOU-E022B
BOU-E030
BOU-E031A
BOU-E031B
BOU-E032B
BOU-E036A
BOU-E036B
BOU-E040
BOU-E-041A
BOU-E041B
BOU-E042A
BOU-E043A
BOU-E043B
BOU-E043C
BEN-E002A
BEN-E002C
BEN-E002E
BEN-E002G
BEN-E002I
BEN-E003B
BEN-E003D
BEN-E004A
FEL-E002B
FEL-E003B
FEL-E006B
FEL-E007B
CRZ-E001C
CRZ-E001B
CRZ-E002A
CRZ-E005B
CRZ-E005C
CRZ-E006B
CRZ-E007B
CRZ-E008B
CRZ-E008C
CRZ-E010C
CRZ-E014A
CRZ-E017B
CRZ-E017C
CRZ-E018B
If you need to evacuate, be sure to:
5:10 p.m.
A Flood Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service from 7 p.m. through 10 p.m. on Monday.
The areas impacted are:
5:03 p.m.
A large oak tree fell on top of a playground in Alameda.
It happened at Lincoln Park on High St. at Santa Clara Ave.
The playground and pickleball court fence were damaged.
Lincoln Park Playground & Pickleball Court Closed Until Further Notice: A large oak tree at Lincoln Park (High St @ Santa Clara Ave) fell during the storm today, significantly damaging the playground and pickleball court fence. #alamtg pic.twitter.com/aIKDtN1YPb
4:30 p.m.
Flash Flood Watches are in effect for:
4 p.m.
After a large boulder fell and rolled across the roadway, Ice Cream Grade has been closed in both directions.
No injuries were reported.
Public Works crews are working to remove the boulder.
HAPPENING NOW: Ice Cream Grade is closed in both directions, after a large boulder came loose & rolled across the road. No injuries. Road closed in both directions. This happened within #CZULightningComplex burn area. Santa Cruz Co Dept. of Public Works will remove boulder #CaWx pic.twitter.com/Rj08GQodtV
3:53 p.m.
Nearly 8,000 customers are without power across the Bay Area, according to PG&E:
3:45 p.m.
A Flood Advisory has been issued for the Santa Cruz mountains. It will remain in effect until 6 p.m.
Flood Advisory Now in Effect until 6 PM PST This Evening. https://t.co/1rmvhSw4Sd #CAwx pic.twitter.com/vSR4cyP0EJ
3:45 p.m.
Highway 1 at Bean Hollow Road near Pescadero has been closed in both directions due to a large tree in the roadway.
HAPPENING NOW: Highway 1 is closed 🛑 at Bean Hollow Road near Pescadero in both directions, after a large tree fell across the highway. No injuries. #CaWx Check CURRENT ROAD CONDITIONS HERE: ▶️▶️https://t.co/OWOItnpEQD pic.twitter.com/m1OrxvSTgO
3:42 p.m.
Highway 92 near Half Moon Bay has reopened the eastbound lanes after being closed due to flooding.
Officials say there is no estimated time of reopening the westbound direction.
3:23 p.m.
The East Bay Regional Park District has closed the Alamo Canal Trail at the I-580 under crossing temporarily.
Officials expect it to remain closed through Wednesday, Dec. 15.
Due to potential flooding in the area, the East Bay Regional Park District has temporarily closed the Alamo Canal Trail at the I-580 undercrossing. It will likely remained closed through Wednesday, December 15. pic.twitter.com/U7Oq5nviHB
3:23 p.m.
Fire crews and the county public works are working to remove a tree that fell on Pescadero Creek Road at Memorial County Park.
No injuries were reported.
The San Mateo County Department of Public Works is removing the tree. #CaWx pic.twitter.com/DEweJiJQ6b
3:15 p.m.
The Santa Rosa Fire Department reported that a Flood Watch is in effect until 7 p.m. on Monday for residents in the North Bay Interior Valleys and North Bay Mountains.
In addition, this Flood Watch is in effect in Santa Rosa.
*FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING (Monday 12/12)* for area that includes North Bay Interior Valleys and North Bay Mountains. This includes ALL of Santa Rosa.https://t.co/4lioW2QBve
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: Visit https://t.co/qpoJBKzs0q. pic.twitter.com/px57RvtMkn
3:07 p.m.
One person was rescued from a home in Hillsborough on Monday, according to the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department.
The department posted a video to Twitter showing the ongoing flooding.
Earlier today, Engine 24 responded with @centralcountyfd to a home in Hillsborough where 1 resident was rescued.
With the ongoing storm, remember to Turn Around, Don't Drown! Flooded roadways can occur and water may be deeper than it appears which can hide hazards. pic.twitter.com/oN4wQXaaGF
2:58 p.m.
BART Delays: A 20-minute delay has been reported systemwide to all destinations.
There is a 20-minute delay system wide toward all destinations due to wet weather conditions.
2:33 p.m.
Around 4,000 people were without power in part of Mountain View due to a large power pole down.
Roughly 4,000 without power currently. The roadway from Jane to Junction will remain closed for the next several hours.
Significant traffic delays are expected. Seek alternate routes. pic.twitter.com/Y6vHxiJXRp
1:33 p.m.
Large power pole has fallen at Rengstorff and San Luis avenues. Traffic has been stopped in both directions.
A large power pole has fallen at Rengstorff and San Luis avenues. Traffic is stopped in both directions while crews work to make the area safe. @PGE4Me has been notified.
Expect traffic delays in the area. No estimated time of reopening has been determined. pic.twitter.com/WAx8RnhgWR
NWS Bay Area updated Flash Flood Watch for Burn Areas.
UPDATED FLASH FLOOD WATCHS FOR BURN AREAS pic.twitter.com/Rm7Z3sqw5c
1:09 p.m.
Firefighters help 2 people trapped in their vehicle on Highway 92.
This video shows Coastside Fire Engine 40 helping 2 people trapped in floodwaters in their vehicle on Highway 92 in @sanmateoco. Fortunately, there were no injuries. A few inches of water can sweep a large vehicle off the road. #TurnAroundDontDrown #CaWx pic.twitter.com/pCSHzxFePM
12:50 p.m.
Flooding on CA-92 between CA-1 S and Lower Skyline Blvd in Half Moon Bay. Eastbound Lanes is Now Open. All Westbound Lanes Remain Closed.
12:30 p.m
FLOODING IN HALF MOON BAY: Employees of the San Mateo Credit Union expressed their thanks today after firefighters came to their aid. Firefighters used sandbags to control the inflow of water, then cleared out all the water, and helped dry up electrical equipment. #CaWx pic.twitter.com/FZZwi2jTEN
They don't just fight 🔥 fire #AllRisk 👩🚒 pic.twitter.com/VXuXglvZwN
12:10 p.m.
The Flood Advisory has expired.
The Flood Advisory has expired. https://t.co/yPwk7YgbjH #CAwx
Hwy 92 near Half Moon Bay between Hwy 1 and Route 35 closed due to flooding.
Route 92 near Half Moon Bay between Hwy 1 and Route 35 closed for flooding. No ETO pic.twitter.com/RZ8KtYlYKl
12:02 p.m.
Peak wind gusts with the storm today, topped by 79mph in the Santa Cruz Mtns and followed up by 77 mph in Alameda county south of Livermore.
Gusty winds continue through the day.#cawx pic.twitter.com/5InKcJDTVs
11:15 a.m.
Alert for those in San Mateo.
Southbound S. El Camino Real from 3rd Ave to 5th Ave is currently closed due to downed scaffolding in the roadway. Please use an alternate route to navigate around this area. It is currently unknown how long it will take to clear. We will advise once the road has been reopened. pic.twitter.com/u9EUoxImmW
11:00 a.m.
Flash Flood Warning including San Mateo County, CA, Santa Cruz County, CA until 11:45 AM PST
Flash Flood Warning including San Mateo County, CA, Santa Cruz County, CA until 11:45 AM PST pic.twitter.com/oZmN8hB1VM
10:40 a.m.
Flooding on CA-92 between CA-1 S and Lower Skyline Blvd in Half Moon Bay. All Lanes Closed in Both Directions.
Flooding on CA-92 between CA-1 S and Lower Skyline Blvd in Half Moon Bay. All Lanes Closed in Both Directions. https://t.co/ITRwoLsl4h
10:35 a.m.
Hwy 92 is now closed.
HIGHWAY 92 CLOSED: ⚠️ Highway 92 is flooded from Spanish Town to 12000 block (at Repetto’s Greenhouse Florist) #CaWx #California #TurnAroundDontDrown pic.twitter.com/WwG0YRouN2
Here is another view of Highway 92 flooding. There is no estimate yet on when it will reopen. #CaWx pic.twitter.com/yltfPX1eZq
10:33 a.m.
The San Francisco Dept. of Public Health is reporting some COVID vaccination sites may be closed due to the severe weather. You are encouraged to check with your nearest location if they are open before heading out.
Heavy rain is expected to continue this morning which may affect the operation hours of some of our vaccine and testing sites in SF. Check back regularly to make sure your site is still open: https://t.co/URX6D09A95 https://t.co/BpmMAW3Jxy #VaccinateSF #GetTested 🌧☔️🌧
10:15 a.m.
The National Weather Service says they are getting several reports of downed trees blocking roadways, especially in Santa Cruz County where wind gusts are ranging between 40 and 50 mph.
We are getting reports of several trees down, blocking roadways, especially in Santa Cruz County, where we are seeing gusts ranging between 40 to 50 mph.
10:00 a.m.
Flooding on Eastbound and Westbound CA-12 between Watmaugh Rd and Fremont Dr in Sonoma County. All Lanes Remain Closed in Both Directions.
According to Cal Fire CZU, a small mudslide temporarily closed a portion of Felton Empire Road. No injuries were reported. One lane is open at this time.
MINOR MUDSLIDE: A small mudslide temporarily closed a portion of Felton Empire Road. ⚠️ No injuries, crews have one lane open. #CaWx #California @sccounty pic.twitter.com/x5ZcqGBmjR
You will encounter pools of water across roads when out and about. In San Mateo County, several creeks are overflowing at the beaches. Pescadero Creek Rd. is partially flooded east of the bridge. #CaWx @sanmateoco pic.twitter.com/qa8QisKGkJ
9:55 a.m.
Cal Fire is warning of pools of water across roadways in San Mateo County.
You will encounter pools of water across roads when out and about. In San Mateo County, several creeks are overflowing at the beaches. Pescadero Creek Rd. is partially flooded east of the bridge. #CaWx @sanmateoco pic.twitter.com/qa8QisKGkJ
9:50 a.m.
KRON4′ Reyna Harvey has your latest traffic check.
9:16 a.m.
Flooding on CA-121 between Arnold Dr and Eighth St in Sonoma County. All lanes closed in both directions.
9:08 a.m.
SFO reporting 44 flight delays.
9:04 a.m.
The National Weather Service is continuing to monitor creek levels.
We are closely monitoring area streams and creeks, as several across the North Bay are rising quickly. Here is a quick snap shot of Napa Creek, Corte Madera Creek, and Santa Rosa Creek. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/tR6t1C3BxF
Pilarcitos Creek is also rising rapidly and has gone above minor flood stage. Some low lying flooding will continue to be possible. While we may get a brief break in the rain later this morning, expect more this afternoon, with additional rises possible. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/MS03q1dr5b
9:00 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
Kevin “Coop” Cooper is live from South Lake Tahoe with the latest on weather conditions in the Sierra.
8:37 a.m.
SFO is reporting 20 delays.
8:20 a.m.
Eyton Wallace reports live from Placer County where a winter wonderland has taken form.
8:12 a.m.
Latest rain total maps from the National Weather Service:
48Hr rain total maps for:
a) >= 1.5"
b) >= 4.0"
c) >= 6.0" (9.07" at Mt Tamalpais)
The storm intensifies through today and brings the heaviest rain rates, especially over the Santa Cruz mountains & Central Coast.
Post frontal showers develop later today into early Tuesday. pic.twitter.com/2PitXieAzx
7:56 a.m.
TREE ON POWER LINES: High winds knocked a tree onto power, communication lines on Skyline Blvd near Comstock Rd. No injuries reported. CAL FIRE CZU had a mostly quiet night, but we are at the beginning of this period of inclement weather. Avoid travel whenever possible. #CaWx pic.twitter.com/R9C6pd4Lm8
7:53 a.m.
Some current drive times:
7:46 a.m.
Traffic crash with injuries and overturned vehicle on NB-13 south of Park Blvd. in Oakland; right lane blocked.
Downed overhead wires causing delays SF Muni N-Judah; outbound N trains switching back at 19th Ave; bus shuttles provided.
Traffic crash SB-880 at Marina in San Leandro.
7:27 a.m.
UPDATE: Traffic crash and spill on NB-101 south of W. Railroad Ave in Cotati – right lane open, far-right lane remains blocked.
7:10 a.m.
SFO reports 18 flight delays, 5 cancellations.
Ongoing: Traffic crash WB-80 under CA-12 in Fairfield; right lanes remain blocked.
Ongoing: Crash SB-680 south of Vargas in Fremont; left lanes remain blocked
7:08 a.m.
7:05 a.m.
BART is reporting a 10-minute delay to all destinations due to weather conditions.
There is a 10-minute delay system wide toward all destinations due to wet weather conditions.
6:50 a.m.
Downed tree reported EB-580 at 98th Avenue in Oakland.
More traffic hot spots:
6:48 a.m.
A portion of Ashby Avenue in Berkeley near I-580 is closed due to flooding. Westbound direction of Ashby, west of Seventh St., will be closed for the next several days, police said. Avoid the area.
6:43 a.m.
Standing water reported in far right lane of Bay Bridge headed into San Francisco.
6:35 a.m.
6:17 a.m.
Traffic collision and spill, NB-101 south of W Railroad Ave in Cotati. Right Lanes Blocked.
SB-680 south of Vargas Rd. in Fremont – Sig Alert – several lanes blocked.
Major BART delays on the Richmond line in Berryessa; Richmond and Millbrae directions.
Traffic collision NB-680 north of Willow Pass Rd. in Concord.
6:11 a.m.
SFO is reporting 16 flight delays and 5 cancellations. Check the latest with your specific airline.
6:05 a.m.
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