JANUARY 11, 2023
11:15 A.M. UPDATE
CURRENT CONDITIONS
More rain and wind today. According to the National Weather Service forecast, you can expect rain through much of today with continuing high winds until this evening. Flood risk remains low at this time, and staff will remain in a monitoring capacity until dry weather ultimately returns. Staff are ready to respond quickly to any weather-related incidents. We are tracking a short break in the rain on Thursday, rain returns Friday, with that storm system moving into the weekend featuring moderate rainfall, more gusty winds, and the ongoing risk of potential flooding. While on a site visit to the storm-damaged Santa Cruz County coast yesterday, Governor Newsom warned Californians that the storms will be continuing well into next week. It’s important to remain vigilant and aware of the forecasts, as conditions can change rapidly. For the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, visit www.weather.gov/mtr.
Report road and other conditions. Thank you to the community for reporting road conditions and other storm related information to us. Please use Palo Alto 311 at www.cityofpaloalto.org/311 or call us at the phone numbers listed on this page if you see any concerns while out and about in the community.
Foothills Nature Preserve is open. Rangers inspected the Foothills Nature Preserve and found it safe to open today. Staff is planning on Foothills Nature Preserve staying open over the next few days. Some trails remain closed due to mudslides.
Power outage update. Currently, there are no power outages in town. With today’s windy conditions, staff remain ready to respond to any new storm-related outages that may occur. Track power outages at www.cityofpaloalto.org/outagemap.
Street sweeping remains critical. Proactive sweeping efforts help to keep the storm drains clear, reducing the likelihood of flooding or ponding during periods of heavy rain. Please be mindful of your street sweeping day and move your car. For more information, and to find your home’s sweeping day, visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/streetsweeping.
Reminders:
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Stay Informed: Get real-time notifications from the City via Twitter, Facebook, Nextdoor, and the Police Department’s Nixle feed. Receive emergency alerts via SCC Alert. Click here to connect.
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Track weather/creek water levels: Find creek water levels at www.cityofpaloalto.org/creekmonitor. Learn about flood risk by viewing flood maps, available at www.cityofpaloalto.org/storms. Follow weather conditions at www.weather.gov/mtr.
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Consider using the hashtag #PaloAltoStorm. If you are posting storm-related photos and/or videos that were taken in Palo Alto on your social media accounts, please consider adding the hashtag #PaloAltoStorm to your post. This will provide an easy way for everyone on that platform, as well as the City, to share relevant Palo Alto-specific information with one another. As a reminder: Please note that the City will not be able to monitor that hashtag in real-time, and that any emergencies requiring a City response should be reported via 9-1-1 and NOT social media.
STREET CLOSURES IN EFFECT
All roadways are currently open.
MORE RESOURCES ON PREPARING FOR FUTURE STORMS
For more information on resources on how to get ready for future storms, what to expect if evacuations become necessary, and to view answers to frequently asked questions about the storms, visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/floodalert.
