NWS Issues Hydrologic Outlook for Potential Flooding in Parts of SW Oregon
The National Weather Service has issued another Hydrologic Outlook warning of the potential for flooding in parts of southwest Oregon.
The short-term outlook is for quick rises and potential flooding along streams and creeks as well as ponding of water in low-lying areas and poorly drained urban areas in Curry, western Josephine, Coos and western Douglas counties.
The NWS says a front will stall along the Southern Oregon coast today through Saturday, producing a prolonged period of moderate to heavy rain over those areas. Precipitation could potentially exceed six inches in some areas over less than 24 hours. The heaviest rain is expected to fall in central and southern Curry County.
As soils are already saturated, this period of heavy rainfall could result in flooding along area waterways along with ponding of water in low-lying areas. The rainfall could also lead to increased occurrences of rock-falls and landslides.
A Flood Potential Outlook is issued when there is potential for significant rises or flooding along rivers and streams. The exact scenario remains uncertain. Watches and Warnings may be issued by the Weather Service if the situation worsens.
Posted on 1/26/24 6:29AM by Sam Marsh
