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Flash Flood Watch and High Wind Warning Issued by the National Weather Service for Point Reyes National Seashore for February 12 through February 14, 2019

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Date: February 12, 2019
Contact: John A. Dell'Osso, 415-464-5135

A Flash Flood Watch continues for the entire San Francisco Bay Area and Central Coast from 10 pm this evening through Thursday morning.

An atmospheric river with origins near Hawaii will take aim at the San Francisco Bay Area and Central Coast tonight through Thursday morning. Rainfall rates of at least half an inch per hour are possible during the heaviest showers, with the highest rates in the higher terrain. Recent rainfall has saturated soils across the area, and the additional heavy rainfall will create the potential for widespread shallow landslides, rockslides, and debris flows. Periods of heavy rainfall will likely inundate storm drains with rapid rises on small creeks and streams.

Additionally, strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Visitors to public open spaces must use extreme caution and should avoid hiking during strong storm events.

Never turn your back to the ocean.

For the latest information, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@PointReyesNPS) and on the park's webpage at www.nps.gov/pore

-NPS-



Last updated: February 16, 2019

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Mailing Address:

1 Bear Valley Road
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956

Phone:

415-464-5100
This number will initially be answered by an automated attendant, from which one can opt to access a name directory, listen to recorded information about the park (e.g., directions to the park; visitor center hours of operation; fire danger information; wildlife updates; ranger-led programs; seasonal events; etc.), or speak with a ranger. Please note that if you are calling between 4:30 pm and 10 am, park staff may not be available to answer your call.

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