(KRON) — The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for San Benito County and specifically the Hollister area.
As of 3:07 p.m., helicopter video shows flooding in the area.
At around 12:50 p.m. Friday, Pacheco Creek water levels rose, causing flooding to happen around the Lovers Lane area.
Mandatory evacuations are in place for residents on Lovers Lane and San Felipe Road, from Shore Road to 156.
A temporary shelter has been set up in cooperation with American Red Cross at the Veteran’s Hall at San Benito Street and 7th Street.
Small pets can be taken to an animal shelter at 1331 South Street. Farm animals can be taken to Bolado Park Fairgrounds at 9000 Airline Highway.
The National Weather Services is predicting significant rainfall throughout the weekend.
Sandbags are available at the San Benito County Yard at 3220 Southside Rd.