The National Weather Service is noting rain to be intermittent/lighter rain in the forecast for the rest of the day, and clearing up for the next few days. Staff is monitoring water levels of the San Francisquito Creek and at this time, Pope Chaucer Bridge water levels are receding.
CREEK MONITORS:
- The sensors at Chaucer St and Waverley St on the Creek Monitor page [www.cityofpaloalto.org/creekmonitor] are not functioning properly. Staff is monitoring both sites; water levels are receding. This will help to reduce flood risk this afternoon.
SAFETY REMINDERS:
- Please stay safe. Do NOT approach San Francisquito Creek or other area creeks right now; the creek banks could be unstable and give way. Do not approach areas of running water.
- Staff is working to remove debris, mud, and other related items from areas.
MINOR STREET FLOODING LOCATIONS:
- On-street pooling has reduced and remains in certain portions of the Crescent Park and Duveneck / St. Francis neighborhoods. Please remain aware and do NOT drive through standing water.
CURRENT ROAD CLOSURES IN EFFECT/OTHER CLOSURES:
- El Camino Real underpass at University Avenue is still flooded and not passable.
- Alpine Road West of Highway 35, Highway 35 South of Grizzly Flat, Highway 84, and Highway 92 are closed due to slides and multiple trees down. Portola Road is closed due to flooding.
TAKE PRECAUTIONS:
- Please take precautions if you live near the creek areas.
- Place sandbags if you have them by entrances to homes, raise valuables from low to higher places in your home, make sure your vehicle is ready in case you need to evacuate.
- Sand and bags are available for resident use at all three Palo Alto locations:
- Palo Alto Airport, 1925 Embarcadero Road
- Rinconada Tennis Courts, corner of Newell Road and Hopkins Avenue
- Mitchell Park, 600 East Meadow Drive
LIBRARY LOCATIONS OPEN:
- For residents needing shelter from the rain, please note that Rinconada and Mitchell Park library locations are open until 5 p.m. today.
