* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible.

* WHERE...Carquinez Strait and Delta, Sacramento Valley, Motherlode,
Northeast Foothills,  and Northern San Joaquin Valley.

* WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds and saturated soils could blow down trees
and power lines resulting in widespread power outages. Strong
winds may cause impacts to unsecured items, including temporary
structures and holiday decorations. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest wind gusts expected in the northern
Sacramento Valley and adjacent foothills on Wednesday.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of northern California, including the following
areas, the Sacramento Valley, northern San Joaquin Valley, Delta
region, Sierra Nevada and adjacent foothills, and Coastal Range.

* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff will result in rises along area rivers,
creeks, streams. Small streams and creeks may rise out of their
banks. Flooding may occur in low-lying, poor drainage, and urban
areas. Mudslides and rockslides may occur in mountain and foothill
areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Periods of moderate to heavy rain are forecast the week of
Christmas. Debris flows are not expected over recent burn
scars in northern California, but do anticipate enhanced
runoff in/below scars.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.