Headline:
Flood Warning issued November 12 at 8:34AM EST by NWS Charleston SC
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
November 12, 2024 - 5:34am
Expires:
November 13, 2024 - 5:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is
forecast.
* WHERE...Edisto River near Givhans Ferry.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, major flooding occurs as the entire flood
plain is inundated from Canadys to Highway 17. Extensive damage
occurs to homes and cabins throughout this area and most river
access roads are impassable. Flooding will also impede travel as
portions of major roadways are closed to traffic including Parkers
Ferry Road, Camp Buddy Road, and Wire Road.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 730 AM EST Tuesday, the stage was 14.4 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.0
feet this evening.
- Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
Area Description:
Charleston, SC; Colleton, SC; Dorchester, SC
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston SC