Deadly Floods and Power Outages Slam Redding as Shasta County Storm Turns Dangerous
What unfolded in Redding this Sunday was one of those storms that escalated fast and caught a lot of people off guard. Heavy rain moved in early and just kept coming, and by the evening hours, large parts of the city were already dealing with flooded streets, stranded vehicles, and widespread power outages. It was confirmed that more than 2,600 customers lost electricity as the storm pushed infrastructure to its limits, and crews were stretched thin trying to respond.
As the rain intensified, water began spilling into neighborhoods and pooling across major roadways. Several low-lying areas were quickly overwhelmed, and drivers found themselves stuck in rising water. Emergency dispatchers issued a countywide flood alert as rescues were being carried out for motorists who could not escape flooded lanes. Law enforcement repeatedly warned that even shallow-looking water can be dangerous, a message that became painfully real as conditions continued to deteriorate.
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Traffic along Interstate 5 was significantly impacted, especially near the Cypress Avenue interchange. Floodwater blocked lanes and stranded at least one vehicle, forcing officers to control traffic in stages while checking on disabled cars. Although some lanes were eventually reopened, hazards remained well into the evening as crews worked through standing water and debris.
Several areas across Redding were hit particularly hard. Mary Lake Park saw water levels rise rapidly, while parts of Shasta View experienced flooding that reached into residential streets. On Capricorn Street, water was reported to be high enough to cover fire hydrants. In South Redding, backyards and drainage areas were flooded, adding to the growing list of affected locations. Numerous roads were closed as a safety precaution, cutting off access in multiple neighborhoods.
City officials activated an emergency response as the situation worsened. An Emergency Operations Center was set up to coordinate police, fire, public works, and utility crews. Water rescues continued through the night, and tragically, one fatality was confirmed as a result of the flooding. Power restoration efforts were underway, but progress was slowed by ongoing weather conditions.
For residents displaced by the floods, a shelter was opened at Pilgrim Congregational Church to provide immediate assistance. At the same time, emergency officials urged people to stay indoors, avoid driving, and remain alert as water levels continued to shift. With flood watches remaining in effect and more rain expected in the days ahead, Shasta County is now bracing for a long recovery from a storm that turned deadly in just a matter of hours.
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