Santa Rosa, United States - November 21, 2024 A car was found stuck on a flooded road near Santa Rosa on Thursday morning after the driver ignored clear flood gauges and warning signs. The vehicle, located on Slusser Road near River Road, was unoccupied, and the driver has yet to be located. Sonoma County Fire officials say the water was over a foot deep when the incident occurred before dawn. Despite early warnings from Santa Rosa fire crews urging drivers to stay off the roads, the driver attempted to pass through the hazardous conditions. "It’s hard to tell how deep the water is, or what’s under it," said Karen Hancock, spokesperson for Sonoma County Fire. "There could be boulders, potholes, or even parts of the road washed away." Firefighters searched the area but found no one in or around the vehicle, risking their safety by wading through the dark waters. With ongoing storm damage across the region, including fallen trees and power outages, Hancock reminded residents: "Turn around, don't drown," urging drivers to heed flood warnings for their safety.