- In force from
- Oct 11, 3:55 AM EDT
- Until
- Oct 11, 7:00 AM EDT
- Issued
- Oct 11, 1:39 AM EDT
- Updated
- 1 time, last Oct 11, 3:55 AM EDT
- Office
- Greenville-Spartanburg, SC
- Number
- 21 of its kind from this office this year
- Severity
- Severe, Immediate, Likely
- Where
- NC
The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Avery County in western North Carolina... Northwestern Burke County in western North Carolina... West Central Caldwell County in western North Carolina...
* Until 700 AM EDT.
* At 355 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated new rounds of heavy rainfall are approaching northern Burke, western Caldwell, and southeastern Avery County. Between 4 and 6 inches of rain have fallen over the past 12 hours with an additional 1-2 inches of rainfall possible. Several streams remain above Minor Flood Stage, including the Wilson Creek and the Johns River. Flash flooding is ongoing and new areas of flash flooding may develop within the next 1-3 hours.
- Hazard
- Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
- Source
- Radar indicated.
- Impact
- Expect flash flooding of low-lying areas near streams, including parks, trails, low-water crossings, boat- access areas, and campgrounds. Significant flooding of poor-drainage areas are likely, impacting travel. Low-lying roadways are likely to be flooded, requiring barricades.
* Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Morganton, Longview, Valdese, Salem, Icard, Drexel, Hildebran, Connelly Springs, Rutherford College and Glen Alpine.
What to do
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
The additional heavy rain will increase the risk of landslides and debris flows, especially in areas where landslides have occurred in the past. Be especially alert if you live near a stream, particularly at the base of a mountain or in a cove. Watch for signs that a landslide may be imminent, including loose-moving soil and rocks or a sudden increase in streamflow. Stay indoors and do NOT go outside to investigate. Escape vertically inside your home by moving upstairs or getting on top of counters to avoid being swept away.
Places under it Linville, Crossnore, Grandfather Village
Read the platesFlash flood FB-EVT-100How to read a warning FB-STN-001
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