An urban and small stream flood advisory was issued Tuesday morning for San Benito County and other area counties with a heavy rainfall expected to cause ponding or flooding on some roadways. The National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area said it was receiving reports of roadway flooding and rock/mud slides as well as numerous reports of accidents due to wet roadways. The advisory was in effect until 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Small creeks and streams could also flood quickly, the weather service said, possibly covering roads and nearby low-lying areas. "Use caution if travel is necessary and allow extra time to get to your destination," the NWS said in a statement. "If water covers the roadway, do not cross it. The water may be too deep to allow your vehicle to cross safely."
A flood advisory means that although streams and creeks may be elevated or even rise out of their banks, property damage should be minimal. Inconveniences can be expected, but the flooding will not be immediately life-threatening. The weather service encouraged people to report flooding to the nearest law enforcement agency.
To access the National Weather Service forecast office for the San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas, click here.