"The watch is in effect until Friday Dec. 26, at 4 p.m. The NWS Sacramento CA said, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers, creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill areas, according to the NWS."
"Understanding the differences between advisories, watches, and warnings Flash flood warning: Take action! A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood-prone area, move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not immediately receiving rain. Flood warning: Take action! A flood warning is issued when flooding is imminent"
A Flood Watch is in effect for the Delta and surrounding areas until 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 26 due to excessive rainfall. Excessive runoff may cause rises along rivers, creeks, and streams, with small streams possibly rising out of their banks and flooding in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban areas. Mudslides and rockslides are possible in mountain and foothill areas. Residents should monitor forecasts, be alert for Flood Warnings, and be prepared to take action if flooding develops. Sandbag usage instructions and county sandbag pickup locations are provided for preparation.
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