National Weather Service map shows a Flood Watch for the Russian River near Hopland in inland Mendocino County. The graphic highlights the river corridor and surrounding rural areas, noting possible minor flooding Sunday, with impacts along Highway 175 near the Russian River bridge and adjacent farmland as the river is forecast to crest around 15.3 feet.
The National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for the Russian River near Hopland, warning that minor flooding is possible Sunday as an atmospheric river moves through Mendocino County. Forecasters said the river could crest at about 15.3 feet Sunday afternoon, with flooding expected along Highway 175 near the Russian River bridge and surrounding agricultural areas. (National Weather Service Eureka via Bay City News)

MENDOCINO CO., 12/20/25 – The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the Russian River near Hopland and Talmage. 

The watch is in effect from 11:15 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, according to the weather service. 

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