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Flood Watch issued October 11 at 12:27AM PDT until October 11 at

Affecting Joshua Tree NP West; Joshua Tree NP East; Chiriaco Summit

In effect until: Oct 11, 2026, 10:00 PM

Joshua Tree NP West; Joshua Tree NP East; Chiriaco Summit

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 10:00 PM.

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of southern California, including the following
areas, Chiriaco Summit, Joshua Tree NP East and Joshua Tree NP
West.

* WHEN...Through this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Low-water crossings may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will continue to bring
moderate to heavy rainfall at times this morning before tapering
off this afternoon. Localized rainfall rates of one to two inches
per hour will be possible at times, which may lead to localized
flash flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™

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