Feb 4, 2024
A rapidly intensifying cyclone and atmospheric river combined from February 3rd to the 5th, creating a period of strong winds, heavy rain, and high surf. The entire region saw numerous impacts including roadway flooding, fallen trees, and power outages. Flood prone areas near rivers and along the coast were evacuated. Notable impacts also included pre-emptive closing of state parks, the cancelation of the San Francisco Half-Marathon, and the PGA canceling the final round of the Pebble Beach Pro-
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1154902). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in San Benito County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.