Multiple storm systems will continue moving through Marin County this week, bringing periods of rain and high winds. Rainfall totals from Monday–Friday could reach 4–10 inches countywide, with the strongest impacts expected Tuesday evening, December 23, including gusty winds and potential flooding. Get storm updates at emergency.marincounty.gov.
PG&E and the National Weather Service urge residents to prepare for potential power outages and use caution during the storm. Flood watch is now expected through Friday evening with moderate to heavy rains causing rapid rises in creeks and streams. Free sandbag stations are available at the Blackie’s Pasture parking lot and Teather Park parking lot on Beach Road behind CVS.
👉 Prepare your home and family for storms using these tips from the Town's Get Ready 94920 disaster preparedness program.
Storm Safety Tips – Visit PG&E Safety Action Center
- Never Touch Downed Wires: If you see a downed power line, assume it is energized and extremely dangerous. Do not touch or try to move it—and keep children and animals away. Report downed power lines immediately by calling 9-1-1 and then PG&E at 1-800-743-5002.
- How to Keep Your Home Safe During Heavy Rainfall
- How to Prepare in Advance of a Power Outage
- Use flashlights, not candles: During a power outage, use battery-operated flashlights and not candles, due to the risk of fire. And keep extra batteries on hand. If you must use candles, please keep them away from drapes, lampshades, animals, and small children. Do not leave candles unattended.
- Have a backup phone: If you have a telephone system that requires electricity to work, such as a cordless phone or answering machine, plan to have a standard telephone or cellular phone ready as a backup. Having a portable charging device helps to keep your cell phone running.
- Safely clean up: After the storm has passed, be sure to safely clean up. Never touch downed wires and always call 8-1-1 or visit 811express.com at least two full business days before digging to have all underground utilities safely marked.
👉 Download PG&E's Report-It app to report and view non-emergency concerns.