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The Unprecedented Flooding in Sonoma County: A Personal Account

As the sun set over Sonoma County, the atmosphere carried an unusual stillness—a deceptive calm that masked an impending crisis. In the midst of a seemingly normal day, local residents found themselves unprepared for a natural disaster that would unfold before their very eyes.

In this personal account of the flooding, the urgency of the situation becomes apparent as the individual recounts the rapid rise of water in their driveway. They describe a moment of panic as the boyfriend of the narrator reacts to the escalating threat, prompting an immediate decision: “We have to get out of here like right now.” This sense of urgency resonates deeply, illustrating the chaos and disbelief felt as water levels surged unexpectedly.