Sand bags available in Truckee

The National Weather Service is predicting the Truckee River to get close to moderate flood stage from the storm that is hitting the area today and tonight.

Truckee has sand bags available for local residents. They may be picked up at 11473 Donner Pass Road (Fire Station 92) and at Stockrest Springs by the U.S. Forest Service.

It is advised to not drive through areas that are flooded, and watch for downed trees and power lines from predicted high winds.