December 6, 2025 12:20 p.m.   

The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Flood Potential Outlook for quick rises on rivers, creeks, and streams in portions of Douglas and Coos counties.

Forecasters said a persistent storm track in the Pacific Northwest will bring periods of rain, some heavy, to Douglas and Coos counties, Sunday through Wednesday. The time frame for heaviest rainfall appears to be Monday night to Wednesday. Rain amounts of 2 to 4 inches are most likely with the heaviest amounts across northern Douglas County along the Lane County line and northern Coos County. Lesser amounts are expected in the Umpqua Basin south of Roseburg. Heavier rainfall and flood impacts are most likely farther north.

Forecasters said main stem rivers in the area are currently running very low for this time of year. No river flooding is expected. In fact, none of the local river gages are currently forecast to even get close to flood stage. However, water levels could rise quickly, especially around mid-week and around some of the flashier creeks. This could be dangerous to anyone near the water. Local ponding of water on roadways could also be a hazard.

The National Weather Service says it is not anticipating any watches or warnings, but that could change if the situation worsens.

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