{"id":5210,"date":"2025-10-15T02:58:20","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T02:58:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/5210\/"},"modified":"2025-10-15T02:58:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T02:58:20","slug":"prep-helped-minimize-central-valley-flooding-issues-during-recent-storm-cbs47-and-ksee24","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/5210\/","title":{"rendered":"Prep helped minimize Central Valley flooding issues during recent storm | CBS47 and KSEE24"},"content":{"rendered":"

FRESNO, Calif (KSEE\/KGPE<\/a>) \u2013\u00a0As rain swept across the Central Valley this week, Fresno City officials say their crews were ready thanks to proactive storm preparation completed well before the first drops fell.<\/p>\n

Public Works Director Scott Mozier says the city began clearing storm drains and checking pump systems weeks in advance, helping to prevent widespread flooding and damage.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe city team was ready and engaged in things like clearing drains weeks in advance,\u201d said Mozier. \u201cWe made sure pumps were working\u2026 we were well prepared for the event.\u201d<\/p>\n

So far, the city has received fewer than 20 calls related to the storm. Most of those were for minor, localized street flooding caused by clogged drains.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been somewhat busy. We\u2019ve had less than 20 calls\u2026 mostly just some smaller localized flooding on streets, really coming from clogged drains,\u201d Mozier explained.<\/p>\n

One tree was reported down ahead of the storm, but officials say the wind remained calm throughout the worst of the weather, helping to prevent further damage.<\/p>\n

\u201cSo thankfully today you can see the wind is very calm, which generally means the trees do well,\u201d Mozier said.<\/p>\n

City leaders are encouraging residents to be proactive during future storms by reporting blocked drains, potholes, or downed trees.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf there\u2019s a downed tree, pothole, or localized flooding, residents can call 311 or use the FresGO app on their smartphone,\u201d said Mozier.<\/p>\n

Even small debris\u2014like pine needles or a discarded soda cup\u2014can block a drain and lead to street flooding.<\/p>\n

Mozier also noted that Fresno benefits from a partnership with the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District and the Fresno Irrigation District, which helps capture stormwater and recharge groundwater levels.<\/p>\n

\u201cThankfully, we\u2019re early in the season\u2026 we\u2019re able to capture that storm water. It goes into the flood control basins and creates a benefit that actually recharges our groundwater,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

For residents who live in unincorporated \u201ccounty islands\u201d between city and county land, Mozier says either agency can help depending on the location.<\/p>\n

\u201cWithin the county islands, definitely contacting the county is appropriate. If it\u2019s a shared street\u2026 definitely the city can field those calls,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

To report a storm-related issue, such as a downed tree or blocked storm drain, you can call 311 or download the free FresGO app on your smartphone.<\/p>\n

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