January 25, 2024 4:00 a.m.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Potential Outlook for parts of the region for Friday and Saturday.

This means there could be quick rises and potential flooding of low-lying areas and poorly drained urban areas in western Douglas, western Josephine and Coos and Curry counties.

Forecasters said a front will stall along the southern Oregon coast Friday through Saturday, producing a prolonged period of moderate to heavy rain, potentially exceeding 6 inches in some areas over less than a 24-hour period. The heaviest rain is expected in central and southern Curry County Friday afternoon into Saturday morning.

As soils are already mostly saturated, this period of heavy rainfall could result in flooding along area waterways, along with ponding of low-lying areas and poorly drained urban areas. As well as flooding concerns, this rainfall could also lead to increased occurrences of rockfalls and landslides.

The exact scenario for flooding remains uncertain. Watches and warnings may be issued by the National Weather Service if this situation worsens.

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