Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 16 at 4:08PM EDT until September 16 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 16, 2024 - 1:08pm
Expires:
September 16, 2024 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 408 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 5 and 8 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the
warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Whiteville, Lake Waccamaw, Sandyfield, Hallsboro, Redbug, Crusoe
Island, Old Dock, Freeman, Delco, Brunswick, Bolton, East Arcadia
and Columbus Regional Healthcare System.
Instruction:
Dangerous flooding from heavy rainfall can be expected, especially
near poor drainage areas and other flood prone locations. It is
harder to recognize flood dangers at night, as it will be difficult
to determine the depth of the water. Roads may be damaged or washed
away. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. If flooding is observed,
then turn around, don't drown.
Area Description:
Columbus, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC