BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — The National Weather Service office in Hanford, California has issued a flood advisory for portions of central California, including Kern County.
This flood advisory will remain in effect until 5:00 pm on Friday, March 17.
According to the NWS alert, Kern County communities including Bakersfield, Arvin, Taft, Maricopa, Mettler, Weedpatch, Lamont, Dustin Acres, and Valley Acres have already experienced minor flooding due to heavy rain.
The NWS advises Kern residents to expect more flooding, especially in low-lying and poor-drainage areas as the week goes on, and to stay up to date on road conditions. According to the NWS, most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Never drive over flooded roads. A foot of moving water can sweep a car away. Turn around, don't drown.
