Feb 26, 2019
An atmospheric river moved through the region near the end of the month with the bulk of the impacts felt in the North Bay. Widespread flooding was reported from minor roadway flooding to major flooding of mainstem rivers. The Russian River reached major flood stage flooding dozens of homes and businesses prompting mandatory evacuations and rescues. Venado received over 20 inches of rain in 48 hours. In addition to heavy rainfall, this system brought gusty winds with widespread gusts exceeding 5
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 802290). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
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.