Headline:
Flood Advisory issued November 6 at 8:14PM EST until November 6 at 10:15PM EST by NWS Columbia SC
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
November 6, 2024 - 5:14pm
Expires:
November 6, 2024 - 7:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of east central Georgia, including the following
county, Burke.
* WHEN...Until 1015 PM EST.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 814 PM EST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain
have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Waynesboro, Sardis, Midville, Burke County Airport, Gough,
Alexander, Vidette, Di-Lane Wildlife Management Area, Rosier
and Magruder.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Most flooding deaths occur in vehicles. Never drive through a
flooded roadway or around barricades. Turn around, don't drown.
Flooded roadways are nearly impossible to see at night. Avoid
traveling in this area. Turn around, don't drown.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Burke, GA
Forcast Office:
NWS Columbia SC