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Flood — Sutter, CA

Feb 3, 2025

A strong winter storm brought heavy mountain snow, moderate to heavy rain with river and roadway flooding, and gusty southerly winds February 3rd through 5th. Multiple feet of heavy snow were observed above 5000 feet, with 2 to 5 inches of rain observed in the Valley and foothills and southerly wind gusts of up to 50 mph. There were numerous reports of flooding in the Valley that led to multiple search and rescue efforts and prolonged road closures. Portions of Highway 99 were closed due to floo

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1237927). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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