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Updated:November 5, 2025 7:46 am PST

High Wind Warning HIGH WIND WARNING  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 4:21am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 12:30pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Del Norte Interior - Southwestern Humboldt - Northern Humboldt Interior - Southern Humboldt Interior
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Potential
gusts to 70 mph with any potential thunderstorms

* WHERE...Humboldt Interior, Del Norte Interior, and Southwestern
Humboldt. The highest winds will be over the higher terrain.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

Information:
High winds can topple trees which can be deadly. Avoid being under
trees during the highest winds. Postpone travel until lighter winds.
High Wind Warning HIGH WIND WARNING  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 4:21am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 9:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Coastal Del Norte - Northern Humboldt Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Potential
gusts to 60 mph with any potential thunderstorms.

* WHERE...Del Norte and Northern Humboldt Coast.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Wind gusts will be
particularly strong along windward ridges and exposed coastal
headlands. There is an increased risk of tree branches and other
debris on roadways.

Information:
High winds can topple trees which can be deadly. Avoid being under
trees during the highest winds. Postpone travel until lighter winds.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Coastal Flood Advisory COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 5:32am Severity: Minor
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 1:45pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Coastal Del Norte - Southwestern Humboldt - Mendocino Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, High astronomical tides
and large surf will cause minor flooding in low lying areas
along the coast. Up to one foot of saltwater inundation above
ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* What...For the Coastal Flood Watch, High astronomical tides and
large surf may cause moderate flooding in low lying areas along
the Redwood Coast. Up to one foot of saltwater inundation above
ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Coastal southern Humboldt and Coastal
Mendocino Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM to noon PST
Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday morning
through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying
property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.

Information:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not
imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin
preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to
protect life and property.

Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest
Astronomical Tide or HAT.
Coastal Flood Advisory COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 5:32am Severity: Minor
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 1:45pm Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Northern Humboldt Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, High astronomical tides
will cause minor to moderate flooding in low lying areas around
Humboldt Bay and along the coast. Up to one foot of saltwater
inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and
tidal waterways. Between 9.0 and 9.3 feet MLLW at the North Spit
tide gauge is predicted.


* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Watch, high astronomical tides and
large surf may cause moderate flooding in low lying areas along
the Redwood Coast. Up to one foot of saltwater inundation above
ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways. Between 9.0 and 9.5 feet MLLW at the North Spit
tide gauge is predicted.

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast. This includes King Salmon, the
Arcata Bottoms and areas right on the waterfront in Eureka.
This may also impact Centerville Beach road.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM to noon PST
Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday morning
through Thursday afternoon. High tide is at 10:37 AM at the
Humboldt Bay North Spit tide gauge Wednesday and at 11:17 AM on
Thursday. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours
before and after high tide.

* IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying
property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.

Information:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not
imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin
preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to
protect life and property.

Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest
Astronomical Tide or HAT.
Flood Advisory FLOOD ADVISORY  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 6:50am Severity: Minor
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 9:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Humboldt, CA
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall continues.

* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
county, northeastern Humboldt.

* WHEN...Until 900 AM PST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Ponding of
water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. There
will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 649 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated heavy rain. This will cause urban and small stream
flooding. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Hoopa, Orleans, Willow Creek and Weitchpec.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Flood Advisory FLOOD ADVISORY  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 6:48am Severity: Minor
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 9:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Humboldt, CA
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall
continues.

* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
county, southwestern Humboldt.

* WHEN...Until 900 AM PST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 646 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated heavy rain. This will cause small stream flooding.
Overflowing poor drainage areas will cause minor flooding in
the advisory area. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have
fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1.5 to 3 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Honeydew, Shelter Cove, Petrolia, Whitehorn, Ettersburg,
Briceland and Capetown.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Flood Advisory FLOOD ADVISORY  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 6:44am Severity: Minor
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 9:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Humboldt, CA
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall continues.

* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
county, west central Humboldt.

* WHEN...Until 900 AM PST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is
occurring or is imminent.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 643 AM PST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated heavy rain. This will cause urban and small stream
flooding. Overflowing poor drainage areas will cause minor
flooding in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
has fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Eureka, Arcata, Fortuna, Rio Dell, Carlotta, Scotia,
McKinleyville, Ferndale, Blue Lake, Pine Hills, Freshwater,
Cutten, Rohnerville, Hydesville, Humboldt Hill, Fernbridge,
Myrtletown, Bayview, Loleta and Kneeland.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
Flood Advisory FLOOD ADVISORY  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 6:43am Severity: Minor
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 9:00am Certainty: Likely

Areas Affected: Humboldt, CA
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall continues.

* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
county, north central Humboldt.

* WHEN...Until 900 AM PST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Ponding of
water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. There
will be an increased risk of rock and land slides along roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 642 AM PST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain. This will
cause urban and small stream flooding. Between 0.8 and 1 inch
of rain has fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Orick, Trinidad, Westhaven-Moonstone, McKinleyville,
Fieldbrook and Arcata Airport.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law
enforcement and request they pass this information to the National
Weather Service when you can do so safely.
High Wind Watch HIGH WIND WATCH  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Mon, 11/3 11:23am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Past
  Expires: Mon, 11/3 11:38am Certainty: Observed

Areas Affected: Del Norte Interior - Southwestern Humboldt - Northern Humboldt Interior - Southern Humboldt Interior
 
Alert Details:
The High Wind Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Eureka CA on this developing situation.

Information:
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.
Coastal Flood Watch COASTAL FLOOD WATCH  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 5:32am Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Future
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 1:45pm Certainty: Possible

Areas Affected: Coastal Del Norte - Southwestern Humboldt - Mendocino Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, High astronomical tides
and large surf will cause minor flooding in low lying areas
along the coast. Up to one foot of saltwater inundation above
ground level is possible near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* What...For the Coastal Flood Watch, High astronomical tides and
large surf may cause moderate flooding in low lying areas along
the Redwood Coast. Up to one foot of saltwater inundation above
ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways.

* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Coastal southern Humboldt and Coastal
Mendocino Counties.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM to noon PST
Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday morning
through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying
property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.

Information:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not
imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin
preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to
protect life and property.

Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest
Astronomical Tide or HAT.
Coastal Flood Watch COASTAL FLOOD WATCH  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 5:32am Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Future
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 1:45pm Certainty: Possible

Areas Affected: Northern Humboldt Coast
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, High astronomical tides
will cause minor to moderate flooding in low lying areas around
Humboldt Bay and along the coast. Up to one foot of saltwater
inundation above ground level is possible near shorelines and
tidal waterways. Between 9.0 and 9.3 feet MLLW at the North Spit
tide gauge is predicted.


* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Watch, high astronomical tides and
large surf may cause moderate flooding in low lying areas along
the Redwood Coast. Up to one foot of saltwater inundation above
ground level is possible in low lying areas near shorelines and
tidal waterways. Between 9.0 and 9.5 feet MLLW at the North Spit
tide gauge is predicted.

* WHERE...Northern Humboldt Coast. This includes King Salmon, the
Arcata Bottoms and areas right on the waterfront in Eureka.
This may also impact Centerville Beach road.

* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 9 AM to noon PST
Wednesday. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from Thursday morning
through Thursday afternoon. High tide is at 10:37 AM at the
Humboldt Bay North Spit tide gauge Wednesday and at 11:17 AM on
Thursday. Saltwater inundation will be possible 1 to 2 hours
before and after high tide.

* IMPACTS...Several coastal roads may be closed. Low lying
property and some critical infrastructure will be inundated.
Some shoreline erosion may occur.

Information:
A Coastal Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not
imminent. Coastal residents in the watch area should begin
preparations for rising water and take appropriate action to
protect life and property.

Feet Above Ground is locally defined as feet above the Highest
Astronomical Tide or HAT.
Flood Watch FLOOD WATCH  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 3:23am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Future
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 11:30am Certainty: Possible

Areas Affected: Coastal Del Norte - Del Norte Interior - Northern Humboldt Coast - Northern Humboldt Interior
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...A strong Atmospheric River weather system continues to
bring widespread rainfall.

* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
areas, Coastal Del Norte, Del Norte Interior, Northern Humboldt
Coast and Northern Humboldt Interior.

* WHEN...Until noon PST today.

* IMPACTS...There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides
along roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A strong Atmospheric River weather system continues to bring
widespread rainfall.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Flood Watch FLOOD WATCH  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 3:23am Severity:  Severe 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Future
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 11:30am Certainty: Possible

Areas Affected: Southwestern Humboldt - Southern Humboldt Interior - Mendocino Coast - Northwestern Mendocino Interior
 
Alert Details:
* WHAT...A strong Atmospheric River weather system continues to
bring widespread rainfall.

* WHERE...A portion of northwest California, including the following
areas, Mendocino Coast, Northwestern Mendocino Interior, Southern
Humboldt Interior and Southwestern Humboldt.

* WHEN...Until noon PST today.

* IMPACTS...There will be an increased risk of rock and land slides
along roadways. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A strong Atmospheric River weather system continues to bring
widespread rainfall.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
Special Weather Statement SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT  
Humboldt County

  Effective: Wed, 11/5 7:41am Severity:  Moderate 
  Updated: November 5, 2025 7:46 am Urgency: Expected
  Expires: Wed, 11/5 8:00am Certainty: Observed

Areas Affected: Southwestern Humboldt - Southern Humboldt Interior
 
Alert Details:
At 741 AM PST, Doppler radar was tracking a shower 5 miles south of
Honeydew, moving northeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Honeydew.

Information:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead
to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.