Flash Flood Warning Issued in Riverside, California

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Riverside County in California.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 2:33 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:30 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. The expected rainfall rate is 1.25 to 1.75 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding

Potential Impact

Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Hwy 74 Between Anza And Palm Desert and Hwy 74 Between Mountain Center And Anza

Areas Affected

The warning covers Riverside County in California.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.