Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks emergency officials continue to monitor precipitation and flood information as weather conditions continue to deteriorate. Widespread flooding is occurring in Washoe County. The Truckee River is expected to crest, or reach its highest level, around 10 p.m. on Sunday in Reno, and between 1-3 a.m. on Monday in Sparks.
01/08/2017 6:55 p.m.
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks officials continue to prepare for a significant flood event that will strongly impact the region today, Sunday, January 8, 2017. The forecast shows flooding, starting at around 2 p.m. today in downtown Reno, and possibly lasting through around noon tomorrow, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
01/08/2017 11:33 a.m.
Washoe County, City of Reno and City of Sparks officials continue to prepare for a significant flood event that will strongly impact the region starting tomorrow, Sunday, January 8, 2017. Heavy rain is expected, leading to an increased threat for flooding near the Truckee River, as well as creeks, streams, drainage ditches, urban areas, farmland and burn areas.
01/07/2017 1:18 p.m.
Washoe County, the City of Reno and the City of Sparks have all declared a State of Emergency in preparation for the significant flooding event forecast for this weekend.
01/06/2017 4:58 p.m.
While Public Works crews deploy snow-removal operations this morning, City of Reno staff has also begun flood preparations in anticipation of heavy rain this weekend.
01/05/2017 9:31 a.m.
