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Rainy and windy conditions overnight Friday and into Saturday morning led to significant flooding in parts of Livermore, including some notable roadways and intersections.
“Due to substantial flooding, many undercrossings are closed, including Murrieta Blvd and Stanley Blvd. Please avoid the area and find alternate routes,” the Livermore Police Department said on Facebook at 7:30 a.m. Saturday. “Do NOT drive through flooded roads – water may be deeper and more dangerous than it looks.”
Police followed up at 11:15 a.m. Saturday that water was receding around the city and that Stanley Boulevard and the North P Street underpass were reopened. The Murrieta underpass was reported open just after 2 p.m.
Local firefighters also shared their experience rescuing people whose vehicles were caught in floodwaters in the city that morning.
“E97 was able to secure the vehicle from sinking further while E91 and RB91 was able to remove victims safely from their cars,” Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Local 1974 said on Facebook. “Please, stay safe during this weather — if you don’t have to be on the roads, stay home. Avoid flooded areas and never attempt to drive through standing water. Your safety is our top priority.”
