2:18 AM
— 4:15 AM
At 218 AM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned
area. Between 0.75 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. The expected
rainfall rate is 0.5 to 1 inch in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts
of 0.25 to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding
is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Indio, southeastern Palm Springs, Coachella, Palm Desert, Rancho
Mirage, Thermal, Hwy 74 Between Anza And Palm Desert, La Quinta and
Mecca.
1:00 AM
— 5:00 AM
FFWPSR
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
North Central Imperial County in southeastern California...
Riverside County in southern California...
* Until 500 AM PDT.
* At 100 AM PDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
has fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 3 inches in 1 hour.
Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the
warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
North Shore, Bombay Beach and Imperial Hot Mineral Springs.
October 10th, 9:16 PM
— 6:15 AM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of Southwest California, including the following
areas, Apple and Lucerne Valleys, Coachella Valley, Riverside
County Mountains, San Bernardino County Mountains, San Diego County
Coastal Areas, San Diego County Deserts, San Diego County
Mountains, San Diego County Valleys and San Gorgonio Pass near
Banning.
* WHEN...Through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel will bring periods of moderate to
heavy rain to all of San Diego County, Riverside County mountains
and deserts, and San Bernardino County mountains and deserts
through late Sunday afternoon. Maximum hourly rainfall rates of
0.50 to 0.60 inches per hour are possible for San Diego Coast and
Valleys. Maximum hourly rainfall rates of 0.50 to 0.70 inches per
hour are possible across area deserts and 0.70 to 1 inch per hour
rates are possible across area mountains. Heaviest rainfall is
most likely through early Sunday afternoon. Rainfall will taper
off from south to north Sunday. Lingering lighter showers are
expected to continue into Monday.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
3:18 AM
— 11:30 AM
HLSSGX
This product covers EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA
**THE REMNANTS OF RACHEL CONTINUE TO BRING HEAVY RAINS AND GUSTY WINDS
TO PORTIONS OF BAJA CALIFORNIA AND THE SOUTHWESTERN UNITED STATES**
NEW INFORMATION
---------------
* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- All watches and warnings have been canceled
* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- None
* STORM INFORMATION:
- About 90 miles east-southeast of San Mateo Point CA or about 60
miles east-northeast of Mouth of Tijuana River CA
- 32.9N 116.1W
- Storm Intensity 50 mph
- Movement North or 10 degrees at 25 mph
SITUATION OVERVIEW
------------------
Impacts from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel Occurred in San Diego this
morning and could continue into the early afternoon.
Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel is currently about 60 miles east
northeast of San Diego, moving north at about 25 mph. Rachel no longer
has tropical characteristics and tropical storm level impacts will
diminish in San Diego County this morning. The Tropical Storm Watch
has been cancelled for all of San Diego County. Coastal flooding,
wind, and periods of heavy rain which could lead to localized flooding
and flash flooding will continue to be a concern today. The majority
of impacts from the tropical storm have ended.
South swell from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel will continue today. The
combination of south and northwest swells, increased onshore winds,
and high tides over 7 feet will maintain a threat of coastal flooding
and beach erosion along area beaches. Surf today is currently expected
to peak at 6 to 9 feet, decreasing to 3 to 6 feet for Monday and
Tuesday. Confidence in impactful coastal flooding is high, with
significant coastal flooding and beach erosion likely.
Widespread rain from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel will decrease
through today. There is a gradient in rainfall amounts with the higher
amounts over San Diego County, the mountains, and parts of the low
desert. Peak rainfall rates of 0.50 to 0.80 inches were observed for
the coast and valleys, 0.50 to 0.70 inches per hour in the deserts,
and 0.70 to 1 inch per hour in the mountains. Observed rainfall totals
so far are as follows: 0.48-0.95 inches in the San Diego County
coastal areas, 0.55-2.37 for the San Diego County valleys,
0.32-2.15 for the San Diego County mountains and 0.76-1.57 for the San
Diego County deserts. Areas of flash and urban flooding occurred. The
San Diego River at Fashion Valley is currently forecast to crest at
8.1 feet (action/monitor stage) just before noon today. Those with
interests near the San Diego River should continue to monitor the
forecast.
Increased winds occurred with the onset and passage of Post-Tropical
Cyclone Rachel. Sustained winds of 59 mph were observed and stronger
wind gusts were associated with thunderstorms. The southern and
eastern parts of San Diego County saw winds of this magnitude,
although strong sustained winds and wind gusts also occurred
elsewhere. Winds were enhanced by local terrain. Winds are expected to
remain elevated in Rachel's wake with continued strong gusts on the
desert mountain slopes into the deserts through Monday morning.
POTENTIAL IMPACTS
-----------------
* WIND:
Little to no additional wind impacts expected.
- Community officials are now assessing the extent of actual wind
impacts accordingly.
- Emergency response teams are attending to casualty situations
as needed.
- Emergency work crews are restoring essential community
infrastructure as necessary.
- If you have an emergency dial 9 1 1.
* SURGE:
Little to no additional surge impacts expected.
- Community officials are now assessing the extent of actual
surge impacts accordingly.
- Emergency response teams are attending to casualty situations
as needed.
- Emergency work crews are restoring essential community
infrastructure as necessary.
- If you have an emergency dial 9 1 1.
Elsewhere across EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA, little to no impact
is anticipated.
* FLOODING RAIN:
Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across San
Diego County. Remain well guarded against dangerous flood waters
having further impacts of significant potential.
Additional impacts from flooding rain are still a concern across San
Diego County. Remain well guarded against locally hazardous flood
waters having further impacts of limited potential.
* TORNADOES:
Little to no impacts are anticipated at this time across EXTREME
SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
----------------------------------
* EVACUATIONS:
Follow the advice of local officials.
* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Remain safely sheltered until conditions improve. When going outside
be sure to stay away from downed power lines, hazardous debris and
flooded areas.
If your home or shelter was damaged, be alert to the smell of gas
leaks and be cautious around electrical wiring, broken glass, jagged
metal and wood, and protruding nails and screws.
Check to see if everyone in your group is OK. Administer first aid to
those who are injured. If possible, call 9 1 1 for any serious
injuries. Remember, it may be difficult for emergency responders to
arrive quickly.
Check in with your emergency points of contact. Let them know your
location and status. Keep conversations short and to the point. Do
not tie up communications systems.
Check on your neighbors. If necessary, help them connect with their
points of contact.
Do not attempt to return to evacuated areas until local authorities
have inspected roads and bridges and have given the all clear.
Hazards like downed power lines and trees, washed out roads,
continued flooding in low lying areas and non-functioning traffic
lights make travel difficult.
Allow extra time for emergency vehicles to reach you as they navigate
road hazards.
Do not attempt to return to evacuated areas until local authorities
give the all clear. Allow time for officials to inspect bridges and
overpasses and to mark washed-out roads.
When entering areas that have been heavily damaged, bring along a
GPS-enabled device to help with street navigation. Do not drive on
roads that have been marked closed.
Do not go sightseeing within impacted communities. Sightseers
interfere with the emergency work of first responders.
When inspecting damage, use flashlights rather than candles or flamed
lanterns. Be aware of sparks that can ignite natural gas or other
leaking flammables.
Do not go up on your roof until the weather conditions are safe.
Ladders can be slippery in the rain and unexpected wind gusts can
blow you off the roof.
When clearing out fallen trees, be careful with chainsaws and axes.
Always wear protective gear and keep others at a safe distance.
Leaning trees and those which have fallen on roofs or power lines can
be especially dangerous. If you are not in good health or unsure
about what you are doing, have someone with tree cutting experience
do the job. Never cut trees without a partner.
If using a generator, avoid carbon monoxide poisoning by following
instructions provided by the manufacturer. Operate your generator in
a well-ventilated space outside of your living area and away from
open doors and windows.
Problems with sewer backups can further contaminate standing flood
waters. Keep children away from flood waters. Also, listen for boil
water alerts as tap water may have become non-potable.
Be alert for any lingering wind gusts which could take down weakened
trees and/or power lines, collapse damaged structures, or cause
flying debris.
Be alert for potential flooding from rising rivers and streams which
may have yet to crest. Remain informed of the latest river forecasts
and heed any flood watches and warnings.
Be alert for flooded roads which could be compromised or littered
with debris. Avoid travel until water levels subside and roads have
been cleared. Do not drive through places where flood waters cover
the road. Turn around, don't drown!
Have multiple ways to receive Tornado Warnings if issued. Consider
nearby shelter options as you move about. Be ready to shelter quickly.
* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org
NEXT UPDATE
-----------
The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in San Diego CA around 8 AM PDT, or sooner if conditions
warrant.
1:46 AM
— 2:15 PM
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Riverside County Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
1:46 AM
— 2:15 PM
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
* WHERE...San Diego County Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
1:46 AM
— 2:15 PM
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...Coachella Valley.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
1:46 AM
— 2:15 PM
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
* WHERE...San Diego County Deserts.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
1:46 AM
— 2:15 PM
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...San Gorgonio Pass near Banning.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
October 10th, 8:11 PM
— 4:15 AM
HLSSGX
This product covers EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA
**Impacts from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel Expected in San Diego
County Late Tonight through Early Sunday Afternoon**
NEW INFORMATION
---------------
* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- None
* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for San Diego County
Coastal Areas, San Diego County Deserts, San Diego County
Mountains, and San Diego County Valleys
* STORM INFORMATION:
- About 240 miles south-southeast of San Mateo Point CA or about
180 miles south-southeast of Mouth of Tijuana River CA
- 30.0N 116.5W
- Storm Intensity 60 mph
- Movement North-northeast or 15 degrees at 36 mph
SITUATION OVERVIEW
------------------
Impacts from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel Expected in San Diego County
Late Tonight through Early Sunday Afternoon.
Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel is currently about 190 miles south of San
Diego, moving north-northeast towards Northern Baja at about 36 mph.
Rachel is expected to make landfall south of the US/Mexico Border
tonight. Though Rachel no longer has tropical characteristics,
tropical storm level impacts will likely affect San Diego County. A
Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect for all of San Diego County.
The main concerns with Tropical Storm Rachel are coastal flooding,
wind, and periods of heavy rain which could lead to localized flooding
and flash flooding. The majority of impacts from the tropical storm
are expected late tonight through early Sunday afternoon.
South swell from Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel will arrive on Sunday.
The combination of south and northwest swells, increased onshore
winds, and high tides over 7 feet will maintain a threat of coastal
flooding and beach erosion along area beaches. Surf on Sunday is
currently expected to peak at 6 to 9 feet, decreasing to 3 to 6 feet
for Monday and Tuesday. Confidence in impactful coastal flooding is
high, with significant coastal flooding and beach erosion likely.
Widespread rain is expected late tonight into late Sunday morning from
Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel. There is expected to be a gradient in
rainfall amounts with the higher amounts over San Diego County, the
mountains, and parts of the low desert. Peak rainfall rates of 0.50 to
0.60 inches are possible for the coast and valleys, 0.50 to
0.70 inches per hour possible for the deserts, and 0.70 to 1 inch per
hour for the mountains. Current forecast has rainfall totals of
0.50 to 1.25 inches for the coast, valleys, and deserts and 1 to
2.5 inches for the mountains. Areas of flash and urban flooding are
probable, especially where the maximum rainfall rates occur. The San
Diego River at Fashion Valley is currently forecast to crest at
8.1 feet (action/monitor stage) just before noon on Sunday. Those with
interests near the San Diego River should continue to monitor the
forecast.
Increased winds are expected with the onset and passage of
Post-Tropical Cyclone Rachel. Sustained winds of 39+ mph are expected
on the southeast side of the storm. Based on the current track, more
southern and eastern parts of San Diego County are most likely to see
winds of this magnitude. Regardless, strong sustained winds and wind
gusts can be expected on Sunday. Winds will likely be enhanced by
local terrain with gusts 40 to 55 mph on the desert slopes of the
mountains and into the deserts. Local gusts up to 60 mph possible on
mountain ridges and in passes and canyons. Winds are expected to
remain elevated in Rachel's wake with continued strong gusts on the
desert mountain slopes into the deserts through Monday morning.
POTENTIAL IMPACTS
-----------------
* WIND:
Prepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across
EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA. Potential impacts in this area
include:
- Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
- Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are
shallow rooted, especially in coastal and valley locations that
don't typically experience strong winds. Some fences and
roadway signs blown over.
- A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban
or heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving conditions on
bridges and other elevated roadways.
- Scattered power and communications outages.
Elsewhere across EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA, little to no impact
is anticipated.
* FLOODING RAIN:
Prepare for life-threatening rainfall flooding having possible
extensive impacts across San Diego County. Potential impacts include:
- Major rainfall flooding may prompt many evacuations and rescues.
- Rivers and tributaries may rapidly overflow their banks in
multiple places. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and
ditches may become dangerous rivers. In mountain areas,
destructive runoff may run quickly down valleys while
increasing susceptibility to rockslides and mudslides. Flood
control systems and barriers may become stressed.
- Flood waters can enter many structures within multiple
communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed
away. Many places where flood waters may cover escape routes.
Streets and parking lots become rivers of moving water with
underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become dangerous.
Many road and bridge closures with some weakened or washed out.
Prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant
impacts across San Diego County.
* OTHER COASTAL HAZARDS:
- High tides over 7 ft, combined with high surf and gusty onshore
winds will increase the threat for coastal flooding across area
beaches. Additionally surf of 6 to 9 ft will create dangerous swimming
conditions. Significant coastal flooding and beach erosion is
likely.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
----------------------------------
* EVACUATIONS:
Follow the advice of local officials.
* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
If you live in a place particularly vulnerable to flooding, such as
near the ocean, in a low-lying or poor drainage area, in a valley, or
near a river, plan to move to safe shelter on higher ground.
Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with orders that
are issued. Do not needlessly jeopardize your life or the lives of
others.
Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather Radio and local news
outlets for official storm information. Listen for possible changes
to the forecast.
* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org
NEXT UPDATE
-----------
The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in San Diego CA around 2 AM PDT, or sooner if conditions
warrant.
3:32 AM
— 5:30 AM
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...West Central San Diego County in southwestern California...
* WHEN...Until 530 AM PDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 332 AM PDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
heavy rain. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Up to 0.75 inches of rain have
fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, Encinitas, Poway, Ramona, Del Mar,
University City, La Jolla and Tierrasanta.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
October 10th, 3:26 PM
— 10:00 AM
...The National Weather Service in San Diego has issued a Flood
Advisory for the following rivers in California...
San Diego River At Fashion Valley affecting San Diego County.
.Widespread moderate to locally heavy rainfall associated with
Tropical Storm Rachel over the San Diego River basin is expected
tonight into late Sunday morning. The San Diego River at Fashion
Valley is expected to peak at 8.1 ft (action/monitor stage) just
before Noon on Sunday, falling below action stage Sunday afternoon.
For the San Diego River...including Fashion Valley...elevated river
levels are forecast.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...San Diego River at Fashion Valley.
* WHEN...For Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 7.5 feet, Action stage. The first real impacts are
seen on the San Diego River at this level. Low lying roads in and
around Fashion Valley Mall begin to take on water. Avenida Del Rio
is the first road to begin flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 2:15 PM PDT Saturday the stage was 2.3 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.1 feet
late tomorrow morning.
- Action stage is 7.5 feet.
- Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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