Last Updated on January 8, 2024 3:23 pm
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…FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT THROUGH TUESDAYEVENING…
WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE…Portions of northwest North Carolina, including thefollowing areas, Alleghany NC, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes andsouthwest Virginia, including the following area, Grayson.
WHEN…From midnight EST tonight through Tuesday evening.
IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occurin poor drainage and urban areas.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
2 to 4 inches of rain are expected to fall during thisperiod. Rain could be heavy at times, leading to potentialflood conditions.
http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible FloodWarnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be preparedto take action should flooding develop.
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