December 27, 2024 4:00 a.m. 

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Potential Outlook for significant rises on rivers, creeks and streams, and possible main stem river flooding due to multiple periods of moderate to heavy rain in southern Oregon.

This applies to Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Coos and Curry counties.

Forecasters said a series of wet frontal systems will produce periods of moderate to heavy precipitation through this weekend. Significant rises are expected late this week, but especially Saturday night into early next week. Forecast precipitation totals through Sunday could reach 2 to 5 inches over the west side valleys, with 5 to 10 inches possible in the mountains and along the coast. More than a foot of rain could fall in the coast ranges of Curry County. This rainfall will increase the risk for both flash flooding, especially over area burn scars, as well as small stream and river flooding.

The Rogue River near Agness is forecast to reach Action flood stage Saturday night and rise to Minor flood stage Sunday morning. The Coquille River at Coquille is forecast to reach Minor flood stage Sunday morning and Moderate flood stage by Sunday afternoon.

Watches and warnings may be issued by the National Weather Service if this situation worsens.

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