26 November 2024,   20:40
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1 person found dead in flooded car as California county faces major flooding

One person was found dead in their vehicle in California on Sunday morning, as a winter storm brought flooding and heavy snow to the state, a Sacramento Metro Fire spokesperson confirmed to ABC News.

A Sacramento Metro Fire spokesperson confirmed that the deceased was recovered from their flooded vehicle in the southernmost part of Sacramento County, near the city of Elk Grove.

The identity and cause of death of the deceased haven’t been confirmed pending a coroner"s examination, according to Sacramento Metro Fire.

The National Weather Service in Sacramento issued flash flood warnings for the area, urging drivers to stay off the road.

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