Flood Warning Issued for Northwestern Humboldt County Due to Excessive Rainfall

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Eureka, CA, has issued a Flood Warning for northwestern Humboldt County. The alert was triggered by reports of heavy rainfall and ongoing flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers northwestern Humboldt County in northwestern California. This includes mainly rural areas, as well as urban centers and small streams within the designated zone.

What You Should Do

Residents and motorists are advised to “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. Do not attempt to drive through flooded areas or low-water crossings. Please report any observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement when it is safe to do so.

Expected Conditions

Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying or flood-prone locations is either imminent or already occurring. Local law enforcement reported heavy rain earlier this morning, with 1 to 3 inches of rain already on the ground. An additional 1 to 2 inches of rainfall are possible. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff, and many low-water crossings are currently inundated and impassable.

Timeline

The Flood Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to remain in effect until 10:30 AM PST on February 24, 2026.