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Flood — Contra Costa, CA

Apr 4, 2024

Scattered thunderstorms impacted the Bay Area on April 4 and 5 as a cold core upper level low tracked over the region. After a front passed through the region, an unstable atmosphere set up over the region and contributed to convective activity. The SPC placed the region in a general mention of thunderstorms, with small hail being the main impact.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1164960). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Contra Costa, CA

This event is one of many recorded floods in Contra Costa County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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