Flood Warning Issued for Central Mendocino County; Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding Near Willits
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NWS Eureka has issued a Flood Warning for central Mendocino County until 11:30 AM PST today following reports of heavy rain and ongoing flooding.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Mendocino, CA
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Eureka
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Mendocino, CA.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Eureka, CA, has issued a Flood Warning for central Mendocino County. The alert was triggered by reports from local law enforcement of heavy rain and active flooding within the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers central Mendocino County in northwestern California. Impacted locations include US101 and areas in and around Willits. Residents should be aware that flooding is expected in rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying or flood-prone locations.
What You Should Do
- Turn around, don't drown: Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
- Avoid low-water crossings: In hilly terrain, hundreds of low-water crossings can become potentially dangerous during heavy rain.
- Report flooding: If you observe flooding, report it to local emergency services or law enforcement when it is safe to do so.
- Stay alert for landslides: There is an increased risk of rock and landslides along roadways in the affected area.
Expected Conditions
Excessive rainfall has already resulted in 1 to 3 inches of accumulation. Meteorologists expect an additional 1 to 2 inches of rain may fall before the system moves out. Small stream flooding is occurring, and many low-water crossings are currently inundated and impassable.
Timeline
The Flood Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 11:30 AM PST on February 24, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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