SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) – The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for possible “life-threatening” flooding in parts of North County as an atmospheric river continues to batter Southern California.
The warning was issued just before 10 a.m. for communities stretching between San Diego and Orange counties, where rainfall is expected to approach 0.75 to 1 inch per hour with an additional inch or two possible, according to the NWS. It ends at 1pm on Tuesday.
Communities on the north end of San Diego County, such as Oceanside and Fallbrook, were included in the consultation. The map can be found below.
While the warning is in place, “life-threatening” flash flooding can occur, especially near creeks, creeks and other waterways. Low-lying urban areas, highways, streets and tunnels may also experience flooding.
The rest of San Diego County remains under a flood watch through Wednesday as rain continues to fall. Scattered thunderstorms may also be possible during the afternoon inland, as well as off the coast.
The intensity of the rain is expected to decrease to light rain on Tuesday evening. However, as of Tuesday morning, most of the county had already received more than one to two inches, while several parts of North County — such as Oceanside — saw record-breaking single-day rainfall.
FOX 5 is tracking the storm. Check back for updates.
