Wet and Windy Weather Expected This Week
Published on November 21, 2024
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued an updated forecast with a Wind Advisory in effect noting possible wind gusts reaching up to 45 mph from tonight into Friday evening and gusts above 65 mph in higher elevations. Rain is expected to continue through the weekend and into next week, with little to no chance of flood risk in Palo Alto. Temperatures in Palo Alto should be relatively mild per NWS forecasts. Community impacts from this storm could include ponding of water in local roadways, and wind impacts such as debris in roadways and power outages. The City will continue to monitor conditions and will share updates via www.cityofpaloalto.org/stormupdate. Please drive safely and report any impacts to the City at www.cityofpaloalto.org/311.
Report Community Concerns
Please only call 9–1–1 in an emergency. Report neighborhood impacts through Palo Alto 311 or call us directly at the phone numbers listed here.
- Report blocked storm drains, sink holes, landslides, levee damage, and fallen trees to Palo Alto Public Works. Call (650) 496–6974 on weekdays from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. and (650) 329–2413 after hours.
- Report leaks, sewer spills to Palo Alto Utilities Water, Gas, Wastewater Operations at (650) 329–2579.
- Report power outages & electrical problems to Palo Alto Utilities Electric Operations at (650) 496–6914.
- Call our Pollution Hotline at (650) 329–2943 or 1(888) 510–5151 if you see someone dumping in storm drains or creeks.
Thank you in advance for reporting community concerns.
Bookmark Key Online Resources
Read a recent update on storm readiness, both what the City is doing and resident reminders to be prepared.