An east west oriented atmospheric river impacted San Diego County and northern Baja on the 27th and 28th of February, resulting in a prolonged period of moderate to heavy rain. Rainfall totals of 6-9 inches along the coastal slopes, 3-5 inches in the valleys and 2-4 inches in coastal areas were reported in San Diego County, all within a 24 hour period. Elsewhere rainfall was significantly lighter. Widespread street, small stream, and river flooding resulted. Roadways were flooded and numerous swift water rescued occurred along the San Diego River which crested at 14.15 ft just after midnight. There were a dozen night time high water rescues and an evacuation of 45 persons from a hotel surrounding by moving water. This was the third highest crest on record. Flooding and tree damage also cut power to several thousand customers in San Diego County. Traffic collision for the day were 5 times their usual rate.

Flood in ORANGE, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 13:00:00 to 27-FEB-17 17:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: SAN CLEMENTE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Via Viejas road was flooded with a foot of water from Viejas Creek.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 28-FEB-17 04:00:00 to 28-FEB-17 05:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: RANCHO BERNARDO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A driver attempted and failed to cross a flooded roadway in a vehicle, resulting in water rescue.

Strong Wind in SAN DIEGO COUNTY COASTAL AREAS, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 12:00:00 to 28-FEB-17 04:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 35.00 EG
Property damage: 300.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous large trees were reported down over the San Diego Metro. The downed trees blocked roadways and damaged several homes. Peak wind gusts in the region were near 35 mph. Saturated soils were likely a factor. Power outages to approximately 5,000 customers were also reported.

Strong Wind in SAN DIEGO COUNTY VALLEYS, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 13:00:00 to 27-FEB-17 21:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 30.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A few trees were downed in El Cajon and Rancho San Diego. The fallen trees damaged an apartment complex and blocked roadways. Peak wind gusts were near 35 mph and saturated soils were the likely causes.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 18:00:00 to 27-FEB-17 21:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: SUNNY VISTA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Flooding from the Sweetwater River forced the closure of Plaza Bonita Rd due to water over topping the bridge.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 14:00:00 to 27-FEB-17 17:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: DULZURA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

California Highway Patrol reported 3 ft of water from Delzura Creek flowing over Highway 94.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 16:00:00 to 27-FEB-17 20:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: (SAN)SAN DIEGO INTL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The field a Petco Park was completely submerged under several inches of standing water.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 12:00:00 to 27-FEB-17 18:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: RAMONA ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Heavy rain produced multiple reports of roadway flooding in Ramona.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 23:00:00 to 28-FEB-17 01:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: LAKE SAN MARCOS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Street flooding was reported in San Marcos with at least one car submerged.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 13:00:00 to 28-FEB-17 13:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: OVERLOOK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Significant flooding occurred along the San Diego River in Mission Valley with the river cresting at 14.15 ft, the third highest stage all-time. Numerous roadways were closed, the Fashion Valley Mall parking structure was closed and the Fashion Valley Transit Center was closed to bus traffic. Numerous water rescues were conducted along the San Diego River including 20 people rescued from the Premier Inns Mission Valley. Many vehicles were also flooded and destroyed.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 13:00:00 to 28-FEB-17 13:00:00 (PST-8)
Location: SAN YSIDRO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Flooding in the Tijuana River Valley impacted agricultural areas and led to roadway closures.

Flood in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
From 27-FEB-17 15:30:00 to 27-FEB-17 16:30:00 (PST-8)
Location: SORRENTO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Flooding submerged two cars along Surrento Valley Rd. and Roselle St.