Headline:
Flood Advisory issued August 28 at 5:08PM PDT until August 28 at 7:15PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 28, 2026 - 5:08pm
Expires:
August 28, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...East Central San Diego County in southwestern California...
* WHEN...Until 715 PM PDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Water over
roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 508 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Hwy 78 Between Borrego Springs Rd And Ocotillo Wells, Hwy 78
Between S2 And Borrego Springs Rd, Borrego Springs, Ocotillo
Wells, Fish Creek Wash, Hwy S22 Between Borrego Springs And
Imperial County Line, Hwy S2 Between Agua Caliente And Canebrake,
Hwy S2 Between Shelter Valley And Agua Caliente, Ocotillo Wells
Vehicular Rec Area and Agua Caliente.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
San Diego, CA
Forcast Office:
NWS San Diego CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov