SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The National Weather Service forecast for the greater San Francisco Bay Area for Friday calls for up to 100 percent chances of heavy rain, especially in the North Bay where flooding remains likely in most areas.
“Simply put, Friday will be a wet one,” the National Weather Service said.
According to KRON4 Meteorologist John Shrable, Friday will bring the heaviest rainfall for the rest of the Bay Area after having seen the North Bay experience heavy rain for multiple days now.
“Because of multiple days of heavy rain flooding concerns continue in the North Bay, especially for Sonoma and Mendocino counties,” Shrable said. “Some of the very heaviest of rainfall will likely be right around the evening commute tonight. Snow will pile up in the Sierra this weekend with multiple feet at many of our resorts.”
Saturday is expected to bring a few scattered showers before rain starts up again Sunday, according to Shrable.
Bay City News contributed to this report.
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Atmospheric river storm could stall over central Bay Area, flash flooding possible
The main band of an atmospheric river storm is headed toward the central Bay Area, according to the National Weather Service. Strong winds and moderate to heavy rainfall are expected.
According to the NWS model, the storm could stall in the afternoon, possibly causing flash flooding. The weather service warns that the hours between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. are most concerning.
Hayward city officials inform residents of free sandbag station
To combat rain damage, the city of Hayward is providing residents with six sandbags free of charge. Hayward business will be allotted 12 sandbags. The self-service sandbag filling station is in front of the Hayward Animal Shelter at 16 Barnes Court.
Residents are required to provide an ID to prove they are a Hayward resident.
Individuals who would prefer loading assistance are required to call (510) 881-7745 during normal business hours to schedule a pick-up. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Will Tran live from Santa Rosa
KRON4 reporter Will Tran reports live from Santa Rosa. The city is under a flood warning until 4 p.m.
About 1,000 without power across Bay Area
There were about 1,000 customers without power across the Bay Area Friday morning, according to Pacific Gas & Electric.
- San Francisco: 427
- Peninsula: 18
- East Bay: 40
- South Bay: 102
- North Bay: 445
- Total: 1032
Sonoma County Airport gets over a foot of rain
The Sonoma County Airport has seen over a foot of rain in the past three days, according to the NWS. That’s over a third of the airport’s yearly average, the service said.
The NWS advised Friday that a heavier band of rain is moving through the North Bay with a cold front heading south. Heavier rain is also beginning to fall on the Peninsula, the NWS said.
Graphic: NWS
Flooding, trees down in Napa County
There is flooding, trees down and rocks on roadways in Napa County Friday morning. According to a 9 a.m. update from the county, the storm “is holding strong, with more rainfall and wind expected for the rest of the day.”
The county advises drivers to heed flood signs and not drive over flooded roads.
Flooding blocks lanes on 121 in Sonoma County
Flooding on the northbound and southbound lanes of Highway 121 in Sonoma County has blocked all lanes between Highway 116 and 8th Street East, according to the California Highway Patrol. Motorists are being advised to expect delays, use alternate routes and avoid the area.
Caltrans estimates the time to reopen the roadway as 5 p.m.
SF Bay Ferry Alameda Oakland Ferry Water Shuttle service suspended
Water shuttle service between Oakland and Alameda is suspended Friday due to weather, SF Bay Ferry reported at 8:21 a.m.
Russian River expected to flood Friday night
The Russian River at Hacienda Bridge in Guerneville has reached “action state,” according to the NWS, and is expected to see minor flooding Friday evening.
Santa Rosa under flood warning until 4 p.m.
KRON4’s Will Tran reports from Santa Rosa
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