Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 17 at 7:29PM EDT until September 17 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 17, 2024 - 4:29pm
Expires:
September 17, 2024 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 729 PM EDT, extensive street flooding continues in coastal
Currituck County. Between 6 and 10 inches of rain have fallen today.
While the heaviest rain has moved north of the area, additional rain
amounts of up to an inch are possible through 9pm. Flash flooding is
already occurring.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Public and broadcast media reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Grandy, Corolla, Point Harbor, Poplar Branch, Bertha, Aydlett,
Jarvisburg, Coinjock, Waterlily, Powells Point, Mamie, Barco, Spot
and Harbinger.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding. Do not stay in areas subject to flooding when
water begins rising.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Currituck, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA