Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 16 at 3:18PM PDT until July 16 at 6:17PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 16, 2026 - 3:18pm
Expires:
July 16, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of Southwest California, including the following
county, Riverside.
* WHEN...Until 617 PM PDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Dangerous flows
over low-water crossings. Water over roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 318 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5 inches are
expected over the area. This additional rain will result in
minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Southeastern Palm Springs, Anza, Idyllwild-Pine Cove, Mt San
Jacinto State Park, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Hwy 74
Between Mountain Center And Anza, Hwy 74 Between Anza And
Palm Desert, Mountain Center and Lake Hemet.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Riverside, CA
Forcast Office:
NWS San Diego CA
Sender: