REDDING, Calif. — Heavy rain flooded multiple roadways and neighborhoods across Redding on Sunday night, stranding vehicles, knocking out power in some areas and prompting warnings from law enforcement and county emergency officials.
Dispatchers issued a countywide flood alert noting both directions near railroad tracks were closed and water rescues were underway for stranded motorists. Redding police urged drivers to avoid attempting to cross flooded lanes, warning that even shallow water can disable vehicles or sweep them away. Officials said conditions were changing rapidly as water levels continued to rise.
CHP dispatch logs indicated the flooding disrupted traffic on Interstate 5 near the Cypress Avenue interchange, where rising water stranded at least one vehicle and blocked multiple lanes beginning around 4:57 p.m. Sunday. Calls from motorists reported the southbound on-ramp was flooded. Officers responded and conducted intermittent traffic releases while checking on disabled vehicles. By about 7 p.m., two northbound lanes had reopened, though one lane remained closed as crews continued to address remaining hazards.
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Confirmed areas with flooding included:
- Mary Lake Park, where significant water rise was reported
- Shasta View, where flooding entered the neighborhood and the roadway was closed
- Capricorn Street, where water reached above fire hydrants in some sections
- South Redding, where localized flooding affected backyards and low-lying areas
- Southbound Interstate 5 near the South Bonnyview area
Shasta County emergency officials advised residents to shelter in place and avoid driving due to hazardous conditions.
Redding Mayor Mike Littau released an update late Sunday saying city staff activated an emergency response. The fire chief and staff were setting up an Emergency Operations Center to coordinate flood response. Public Works and Redding Electric Utility crews were working to clear streets and restore power. Police and fire personnel continued performing water rescues, and one fatality was confirmed.
The American Red Cross will be opening a shelter for individuals displaced by flooding at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 2850 Foothill Blvd. Doors are now open. Pets are not permitted at this shelter.
ROAD CLOSURES:
- Jewell Lane
- Hwy 273 / Branstetter
- Hwy 273 / Buenaventura
- Shasta View Drive (between Tarmac & Old Alturas)
- Old Alturas (between Shasta View & Victor)
- North Bonnyview & East Bonnyview
City officials urged residents to report emergencies and safety concerns and remain alert as conditions continue to change.
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