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From:McAfee-Bowersox, Miranda
Subject:Updated Press Release
Date:Thursday, October 21, 2021 4:40:42 PM
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Good Afternoon (again),
Please disregard my previous email. The below press release has been updated to include a recently issued Flood Watch for
Valley and Foothill areas. The release will be sent to the media shortly.
Miranda
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 21, 2021
CONTACT
Josh Jimerfield
Deputy Administrative Officer, Office of Emergency Management
530.552.3333
BUTTE COUNTY PREPARES FOR INCREASED RAIN IN BURN SCAR AREAS
Butte County, CA—The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Flash Flood Watch for areas in the North
Complex Fire and Dixie Fire burn scars, and a Flood Watch for Valley and Foothill areas. This means that the conditions
are right for flooding to occur.
Butte County Public Works personnel are clearing drains and monitoring drainage areas in an effort to reduce flooding.
Crews have staged equipment if needed, and will continue working through the weekend.
Residents should prepare their property to reduce risk of flooding during heavy rains. A few things that can be done
include: clearing drains, clearing ditches of vegetation and debris, and making sure any culverts or pipes are clear of
obstructions. Sand and sandbags have been delivered to locations throughout Butte County, residents will need to bring
their own shovels. A list of sandbag locations is available at https://www.buttecounty.net.
Residents are encouraged to register for emergency notifications at www.buttecounty.net/massnotification. It is also
important to stay informed and know the terms used to describe severe weather:
Flood Watch = “Be Aware.” Conditions are right for flooding to occur in your area.
Flood Warning = "Take Action!" Flooding is either happening or will happen shortly.
During a Flood Warning: Move immediately to higher ground or stay on high ground. Evacuate if directed.
Updated weather information is available through the National Weather Service-Sacramento.
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Miranda Bowersox
Communications/Public Information Officer
Butte County Administration
25 County Center Drive, Oroville Ca. 95965
T. 530.552.3320
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