Where could Sacramento County flood? This interactive map shows risk areas
After an exceptionally dry year, Sacramento has recorded 13 consecutive days of rain — and counting — prompting flood watches across the region.
An atmospheric river brought enough water with it to flood Highway 99 on New Year’s Day as the Cosumnes River broke through its levees.
Raining all but one day since Dec. 26, both December and January surpassed their normal precipitation. Just 10 days into the year, the capital city has recorded at least 4.5 inches of rain. As rain is forecast into next week, a reader recently asked The Bee: Where is the flood risk?
This story was originally published January 11, 2023 at 5:00 AM.