Here's a look at the current radar imagery across Northwest California. Storms will be capable of producing gusty winds, frequent lightning, small rain, and even some brief heavy rain. | US National Weather Service Eureka California

Here is the modeled radar data from the HRRR (this shows what the radar is expected to look like through the day). The heavier rain moves in this afternoon. | US National Weather Service Eureka California

[3:55PM PST | Dec 29th] Light to moderate rain is moving across the area. Widespread rainfall is expected tonight, and will become heavy Friday through Saturday morning resulting in an increased potential for localized flooding. A Flood Watch is in place for Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Lake and Southern Trinity Counties. | US National Weather Service Eureka California