San Francisco residents should brace for inclement weather as the National Weather Service (NWS) in San Francisco, CA, has warned that strong winds and heavy rainfall are expected to impact the region. According to the NWS San Francisco, wind advisory is in effect from 10 AM PST today, with gusts potentially reaching up to 50 mph.

Strong winds are already causing trouble, and more heavy rain is expected through Friday. This will worsen flooding in streets and waterways. Moderate rainfall will slow the receding floodwaters, and a Flood Watch is in place for Marin and Sonoma counties from Thursday morning to Friday afternoon. Residents in flood-prone areas should prepare for emergencies.

In addition to the winds and the rains, the Area Forecast Discussion by NWS San Francisco CA hints at the possibility of thunderstorms in the mix today. Though less impactful than earlier in the week, this system is projected to deliver about an inch of rain in the North Bay, though the coastal mountains could see up to 4 inches.

For those with sea legs, take heed as the NWS also signals near gale-force winds across much of our coastal waters, especially from Thursday morning into the weekend. Local mariners should be prepared for turbulent times ahead. And, starting Thursday, thunderstorms are more likely over northern waters, adding a spark to the already electric atmosphere.