Advisory
Flood Warning: Flooding Forecast to Continue in Mendocino County
Flood Warning: Flooding Forecast to Continue in Mendocino County 
The National Weather Service (NWS) has extended a Flood Warning for Mendocino County in areas near the Russian and Navarro Rivers. The current forecast shows a slight decrease in river levels this morning before additional rain will cause the Rivers to once again rise later today (2/26) into tomorrow (2/27) morning. Continued flooding in low-lying areas of Ukiah, Talmage, Hopland, and Navarro are forecast.
Russian River
The current forecast from the NWS predicts the Russian River to reach the following stages tonight and tomorrow:
* Minor Flood stage (21 feet) at 8 PM tonight
* Moderate Flood stage (23 feet) at 10 PM tonight
* Crest/Peak at 24.1 feet at 1 AM tomorrow morning.
According to the NWS the following impacts are predicted if the Russian River reaches the forecast peak of 24.1 feet: "Flooding of farmland. Highway 175 near the Russian River closed due to
flooding. Flooding of buildings and homes in low lying areas in Hopland
and begins in the Ukiah and Talmage area. Severe bank erosion can occur. Highway 175 near the Russian River closed
due to flooding. Many secondary roads flooded in the Hopland, Ukiah
and Talmage areas."
To see the river gauge and river prediction please visit: https://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov/graphicalRVF.php?id=HOPC1
Navarro River
The Navarro River is currently at Minor Flood stage. The current forecast from the NWS predicts the Navarro River to reach the following stages tonight and tomorrow:* Moderate Flood stage (30 feet) at 7 PM tonight
* Crest/Peak at 33 feet at 3 AM tomorrow morning.
According to the NWS the following impacts are predicted if the Navarro River reaches the forecast peak of 33 feet: "Water
will flow over the south bank of the river approximately 1 mile east of
Highway 1, and begins to flood property in this area including six
homes. Expect closure of Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate
routes."
To see the river gauge and river prediction please visit: https://www.cnrfc.noaa.gov/graphicalRVF.php?id=NVRC1
Sand and Sand Bags
In a partnership with local fire districts, Mendocino County OES has sand and sand bags at the local fire departments:
Laytonville Fire
Little Lake Fire
Brooktrails Fire
Fort Bragg Fire
Covelo Fire
Potter Valley Fire
Hopland Fire
The Mendocino County Office of Emergency Services (OES) is currently at a minimal activation level and will continue to monitor conditions closely. Additional updates will be issued as conditions warrant.
Flood Warning from the National Weather Service:
Flood Statement National Weather Service Eureka, CA 418 AM PST Tue Feb 26 2019 ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in California... Russian River near Hopland affecting Mendocino County Navarro River at Navarro affecting Mendocino County Eel River at Fernbridge affecting Humboldt County Another round of moderate to heavy rain is forecast to occur across northwest California this afternoon and tonight. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... SAFETY MESSAGE... Do not drive your car across flooded roadways. It only takes about two feet of water to float most vehicles. For area road conditions, call Caltrans at 1-800-427-7623. Stay tuned to developments by listening to NOAA Weather Radio or your local TV or radio stations. The next statement will be issued 10 AM PST Tuesday or as warranted by changing conditions. && CAC045-270017- /O.EXT.KEKA.FL.W.0004.000000T0000Z-190228T0217Z/ /NVRC1.2.ER.190226T0816Z.190227T1100Z.190227T2017Z.NO/ 418 AM PST Tue Feb 26 2019 The Flood Warning continues for The Navarro River at Navarro. * until Wednesday evening...or until the warning is cancelled. * At 3:15 AM Tuesday, the stage was 26.2 feet. * Minor Flooding is occurring and Moderate flooding is forecast. * Flood stage is 23.0 feet. * FORECAST...This river is forecast to crest near 33.0 feet early Wednesday morning, then forecast to fall below flood stage of 23.0 feet near noon Wednesday. * IMPACTS...At 34.0 feet, significant flooding over the south bank approximately 1 mile east of Highway 1 will occur. Property damage to inlcude the six homes along the river is possible. Expect closure of Highway 128. Motorists should use alternate routes. && LAT...LON 3921 12354 3914 12366 3917 12375 3925 12376
Address/Location
Mendocino County Sheriff's Office (CA)
951 Low Gap Rd
Ukiah, CA 95482
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1