Bakersfield, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — The California Highway Patrol closed Airport Drive between State and Roberts Road Saturday night due to flooding in the roadway.

Drivers are being asked to use alternative routes while crews work to clear the water.

A powerful storm brought record rainfall to Kern County on Saturday. Authorities have been active all day, working to clear crashes and water in the roads.

No word on when the road will reopen.