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Sacramento Region Sees 3.92 Inches of Rainfall in 72-Hour Storm Cycle
Northern California experiences significant rainfall with nearly 4 inches recorded in the Sacramento region. Stay informed on flood risks and road safety.
By Erin Vale · 2026-09-04T15:39:09.451Z
Sacramento, California – Residents across Northern California are cleaning up following a significant surge of precipitation that delivered nearly 4 inches of rain to parts of the region over the last three days. As high terrain areas grapple with saturated ground, commuters should remain vigilant for localized runoff and potential debris on roadways leading into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service Sacramento , the highest accumulation totals were concentrated in higher elevations north of Interstate 80, specifically impacting Shasta County. Data recorded through Friday morning indicates that Sims received 3.92 inches of rain, while Whitmore saw 3.05 inches. Other notable totals include 2.62 inches at Sugarloaf and 1.96 inches at Oak Mountain.
While Redding reported 0.65 inches of rainfall, the significant variance between valley floor totals and mountain accumulation highlights the localized nature of this event. Officials urge motorists to avoid standing water on local roads and to monitor local conditions as soil saturation levels remain high. Keep emergency kits accessible and stay updated on local alerts if you reside near burn scars or flood prone terrain.
The agency continues to monitor conditions, and while the primary event has concluded, residents are encouraged to check the latest updates at the National Weather Service website for any potential follow up advisories.