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1849 - Eight-pound gold nugget found in San Feliciano Canyon (Val Verde/Piru area) [story]
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The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch in light of the forecast of heavy rain throughout Friday evening.

The periods of heavy rainfall could possibly trigger mud and debris flows in and hear burn areas.

The Flash Flood Watch will remain in effect from 6 p.m. Friday evening through late Friday night.

Debris flows could possibly occur in the Sand Fire burn area, so residents living in the affected area are urged to take necessary steps to protect their property.

The National Weather Service urges those in the burn area to remain alert and follow directions of emergency preparedness officials.

For more information about this weekend’s forecast and the alert, go to www.weather.gov.

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