Headline:
Flood Warning issued September 25 at 5:20PM EDT until September 28 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 25, 2024 - 2:20pm
Expires:
September 28, 2024 - 5:00am
Description:
...The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg SC has
issued a Flood Warning for the Tuckasegee River in North Carolina...
At Bryson City affecting Swain County.
.Two unique rounds of rainfall, one beginning tonight and lasting
through early Thursday afternoon resulting from tropical moisture
interacting with a stationary front, and another beginning Thursday
night and lasting through Friday morning associated with Hurricane
Helene, are expected to result in significant rises within the
Tuckasegee River watershed. Minor to Moderate flooding in smaller
streams feeding the Tuckasegee River will produce significant rises
along the Tuckasegee River. Minor flooding of the Tuckasegee River
near Bryson City is likely.
There is a potential for crests to exceed the current forecast
crests. Confidence in significant rainfall is high, but small
reductions or increases in storm-total rainfall may result in
notable changes to the forecast crests. If the forecasted rainfall
over the next few days occurs very quickly or in a much shorter time
frame than is currently expected, significant flooding along the
Tuckasegee River is possible. It is absolutely imperative that you
maintain awareness of the latest forecasts and plan NOW to respond
to more significant flooding in your area.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Tuckasegee River at Bryson City.
* WHEN...From Thursday afternoon to Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 10.0 feet, Low lying areas between Bryson Walk and
the river will flood. Upstream between Main Street and the river,
low lying areas including parts of the Bear Hunter Campground will
flood.
* At 11.0 feet, The river will overflow its banks in the park
downtown, and low lying areas along Island and Collins Streets
will begin to flood. Toot Hollow Branch that flows into the river
will likely overflow its banks and flood areas along the branch
especially along Waters Street. Bear Hunter Campground will
experience more significant flooding.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 4:15 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 2.1 feet and rising
slowly.
- Action/Advisory Stage is 9.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.0
feet Friday morning.
NOTE: There is a potential for the crest to exceed 11.0 feet.
- Minor Flood Stage is 10.0 feet.
Moderate Flood Stage is 13.5 feet.
Major Flood Stage is 15.5 feet.
- The Tuckasegee River crested at 13.38 feet on February 6,
2020. It is possible the river may approach this level if
rainfall occurs more quickly than currently expected.
- Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
If you live or are vacationing along any stream in the Tuckasegee
River watershed, including Deep Creek, Alarka Creek, and tributaries
feeding the Oconaluftee River, have a plan in place to seek higher
ground before the heavy rain begins. Do NOT wait for a warning to
take action. Flee areas adjacent to the stream before the stream
rises significantly.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet
and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim,
or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters,
stop, turn around and go another way.
This warning will be in effect until the river falls below its flood
stage.
For detailed information including observed and forecast stages,
flood impacts, flood history, FEMA Flood Hazard Layers, and more,
please visit: https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/GSP
The next statement will be issued beforeSaturday morning at 800 AM
EDT.
Area Description:
Swain, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC