2-3 Inches of Rain Expected in Douglas County Over the Next Week
(NWS Medford) 2021 will start off very stormy and wet. We'll build a good, healthy snowpack in our mountainous areas and see some drought relief. We'll need to keep an eye out for rising creeks, streams, and rivers. Periods of wind and mounatin snow will also bring impacts, at times. Douglas County should see at least 2-3 inches of rain over the next week. For the latest forecast discussion see the link below: https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/total_forecast/getprod.php?new&prod=XXXAFDMFR&wfo=mfr Hydrologic Outlook National Weather Service Medford OR 134 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...Flood Potential Outlook for significant rises on main stem rivers, and potential flooding of small streams and creeks in Coos, Curry, and Douglas counties... An active and wet pattern containing a strong atmospheric river will bring widespread rainfall to the region this weekend into early next week. Small streams and creeks will likely rise significantly during this active weather pattern. More rain is expected in the middle of next week, but confidence is low in the details for where the heaviest rain will fall. This extended period of wet weather through mid week may result in some main stem rivers nearing bank full. A flood potential outlook is issued when there is the potential for significant rises or flooding along rivers and streams. The exact scenario for flooding remains uncertain. This product will be updated as necessary. Watches and warnings may be issued by the National Weather Service if this situation worsens.