Stay up to date on current information
- Bookmark the Marin Public Emergency Portal and check for updates: Emergency.MarinCounty.org
- Follow the weather with the National Weather Service: Website or Twitter
- Make sure you are signed up to receive Marin County emergency alerts: https://emergency.marincounty.gov/pages/alertmarin
Key Messages to share with staff and communities
- Take steps now to prepare for flooding and possible power outages
- Secure outdoor objects that could be picked up by wind
- Avoid unnecessary travel during the peak of the storm
- Do not drive through flooded areas
- Keep phones and backup batteries fully charged
- Have food, batteries, and extra blankets on hand
- Sandbag locations: Emergency Portal
Severe Weather Emergency Shelter
The Severe Weather Emergency Shelter (SWES) will be activated at 3240 Kerner Blvd (Connection Center Bldg.): 5:00 pm MONDAY, DECEMBER 23rd through 6:30 am TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24th.
No additional nights have been activated at this time.
Clients are welcomed from 5:00pm-8:00pm.
This activation is due to intense rain conditions. Please ensure you connect with unhoused individuals at highest medical risk.
Upcoming Storms
The National Weather Service forecasts multiple rain systems set to impact Marin County beginning Saturday bringing wet and unsettled weather to the region. The first two storms, arriving Saturday and Sunday, are expected to saturate the soil, creating conditions for quicker and more significant flooding by the time the third storm arrives.
This third storm, forecasted for Monday into Tuesday, is predicted to be the strongest and wettest of the series. Higher elevations could see up to 4” of rainfall, while valleys may experience between 2-3”. Wind Gusts are expected over 35mph leading to downed trees and potential power outages. While elevated wave heights over the coastal waters could reach up to 20+ feet waves.
Christmas Day is expected to be dry, with unsettled weather picking up again next Thursday and beyond. Potential for another significant system could impact the Bay Area in the days following Christmas. Too early to confidently forecast, follow along NWS for updates on what to expect.
Takeaways:
- Between Saturday and Tuesday, Marin County could see between 4-6” of rain.
- There will be brief moments of light to moderate rainfall. It will return.
- Wind Gusts are expected over 35mph leading to downed trees and potential power outages.
- Localized flooding in low-lying or poorly drained areas, such as freeway offramps, is likely.
- Elevated waves will create dangerous beach conditions. Possible localized beach erosion.
Overview of Core Key Messages
- The community should take steps now to prepare for flooding and possible power outages.
- Secure outdoor objects that could be picked up by wind.
- At the peak of the storm, avoid unnecessary travel.
Share:
Marin County Fire platforms will be posting safety messages via [Twitter, Facebook,Instagram, Nextdoor] Share easily by following the links.
Where to get updated information:
- Emergency.MarinCounty.org
- National Weather Service: Website or Twitter
Take Care & Have a Happy Holidays
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