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Bay Area Braces for Heavy Rain and High Winds

2/16/2026

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  • Rain begins Saturday night in the Bay Area and continues through much of the week.
  • Coastal winds will spike Sunday, with gusts of 15 to 30 mph and up to 45 mph.
  • A coastal flood advisory is in effect until Tuesday for minor high tide flooding.
  • Rain totals Monday night through Wednesday are 1 to 1.5 inches, with 2 to 3 inches in the Santa Cruz Mountains.