Mark K
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Post by Mark K on Feb 3, 2024 10:50:10 GMT -5
Weather people in S Cal are warning people a KILLER storm is on the way, and folks should "Prepare like your life depends on it"! Calling for 8-10 inches of rain, major flooding in "Biblical" proportions is on the way.
Just think of the cool stuff this would expose for us.
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Post by Tommy on Feb 3, 2024 11:01:41 GMT -5
Well I wish the folks in socal the best but two days ago they promised norcal this same thing ... storm of catastrophic proportions and it was a huge nothing-burger. Light rain all afternoon and night, heavy at times, and gone by the next afternoon. Anytime I see crap like this I absolutely call BS on it immediately. This was the satellite from our 'event' two days ago.
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Post by dillonf on Feb 3, 2024 11:44:53 GMT -5
I hope all our RTH peeps in CA will be prepared and stay safe!
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Post by parfive on Feb 3, 2024 14:29:53 GMT -5
Well, forecaster Putnam seemed rather even-keeled this morning: Attention then turns to California as a strong Atmospheric River will bring the threat for considerable flash flooding along the coast and very heavy, mountain snow in the Sierra. Rainfall is expected to begin as early as late Saturday night for central portions of coastal California where a few inches of rain by early Sunday morning may lead lead to some initial instances of flooding, and a Slight Risk of Excessive Rainfall is now in effect. The impacts will ramp up quickly during the day Sunday as the deep Pacific moisture associated with the system overspreads the region. The combination of favorable onshore/upslope flow along the coastal mountain ranges; warm, moist air keeping snow levels high; and repeated rounds of storms will lead to the threat of rainfall totals of 5"+ and rainfall rates of 1" per hour. A Moderate Risk of Excessive Rainfall (level 3/4) is in effect for coastal portions of central and southern California as these heavy rain totals will bring a considerable risk for flash and urban flooding as well as the threat for debris flows and mudslides. A Slight Risk is also in effect inland for portions of central California, especially along the Sierra where the higher snow levels will increase the threat for flooding for favorable upslope areas. For the higher elevations of the Sierra above 5000-6000 feet, very heavy, disruptive snowfall of several feet is forecast. In addition to the heavy rain and snow, very strong, gusty winds and damaging high surf are also expected. All associated impacts will continue into Monday/Tuesday beyond the current forecast period.
www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/discussions/hpcdiscussions.php?disc=pmdspd
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Post by aDave on Feb 3, 2024 16:57:52 GMT -5
Well, we've been paying pretty close attention to the predicted storms, as we're in one of the So Cal counties that is supposed to get hit pretty hard starting tonight. We're not so much in the flatlands, as we have some elevation so water tends to drain well in the streets. Even so, my wife and I just spent the morning ensuring our yard and deck drains are clear, so I think we're pretty good on that front.
My biggest concern is the hillside at the end of our street, which is less than 100 yards away. If that hill were to let go and slide some, I think we're in a pretty crappy spot. As long as we've lived here, we've never seen any indications of potential mudslides. But, if the projected numbers bear out, this could be one of the wettest storms since 1982, if I heard the historical weather correctly. In terms of sheer rainfall, I think we can handle that. But, with the ground getting over-saturated, that's when the mudslide possibility comes into play.
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Post by stardiamond on Feb 3, 2024 17:09:38 GMT -5
I live in Northern California in Lafayette. CNN had a rainfall map so I looked at my area. I'm getting some rain.
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Post by Mark K on Feb 3, 2024 17:55:25 GMT -5
I hope no one gets hurt, you all get your favorite hounding places washed clean and that you are the first one to get to the freshly washed locations.
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Post by wargrafix on Feb 3, 2024 18:14:40 GMT -5
I hope you all are safe. An area which really isn't prone to rainfall if a heavy amount is a real danger if it does.
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Post by aDave on Feb 4, 2024 23:26:29 GMT -5
Well, from a personal standpoint, we've done pretty good so far. As of this writing, we've had only 2" of rain today. While heavy rain is still projected, we've managed to skirt much of the heavy precipitation that has come into the region. I've watched the local news and what's gone on in the state, and we've done well, all things considered. Granted, it's still early, as the storm's impact for us was delayed. I've already seen some video of folks kayaking in their streets in a community 30 minutes away, so I know there are folks who have suffered far worse than we have. We've now learned that rain can be heavy at times through Wednesday morning. That's just us in southeast Ventura County.
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Post by Pat on Feb 4, 2024 23:43:25 GMT -5
Here in San Jose (45 miles south of San Francisco), it’s rained/poured all day. No problems in my area. Yard is covered with palm fronds from neighbor’s nine palm trees.
I have flashlights and battery lamps available. Son cooked beef stroganoff at his home, and brought it here for dinner tonight and enough for me tomorrow. I made pumpkin bread, and sent a loaf home with him.
Need to find my emergency chargers, and pay attention to emergency supplies. Looks like it is going to rain a lot for the entire week.
Take care, everyone!
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Post by idearthmover on Feb 6, 2024 9:10:37 GMT -5
Stay safe everyone. All of your weather is coming at us now. Snowing this morning. Just got it all gone and it comes back. Avalanches are happening everywhere now. Suppose to rain this afternoon on top of this snow. Maybe we won't have a early fire season.
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