Rain-swollen river overflowing.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for parts of Pee Dee, the Grand Strand, and Border Belt regions. The alert will stay in effect until 11 p.m. on Sunday.
The alert has been triggered by a stalled cold front over the area, which is expected to bring along scattered showers and storms. Although such weather activity is considered standard for this time of the year, especially in Carolinas, the accumulated heavy rainfall could lead to an increased threat of flooding. The situation is further complicated due to already saturated grounds and flooded areas caused by Tropical Storm Debby last week.
Due to the heavy rainfall expected, there is a potential for more flooding or flash flooding throughout the flood watch period. This situation has raised concerns amidst residents and officials in the region.
Residents in the affected area are advised to remain cautious, especially when on the road. Local authorities have encouraged citizens to never walk into floodwaters, as the waters hide a myriad of dangers. This includes washed-out roads, hazardous debris, harmful materials, and unknown water depth.
Residents are encouraged to have multiple means of receiving flood alerts. With the ‘WPDE WX’ App, alerts can be received promptly, enabling residents to take necessary actions in a timely manner. Flood safety reminders have been issued, which underline the need to remain cautious when navigating through the roadways and to avoid entering flood waters.
With the Flood Watch remaining in force until 11 p.m. on Sunday, heavy rainfall is predicted across Pee Dee, the Grand Strand, and Border Belt regions. The situation is being closely monitored by local authorities and weather experts, who recommend that residents stay vigilant, particularly when on the roads, and ensure they have reliable means of receiving timely updates on the unfolding weather situation.
Residents in the region are also encouraged to stay connected via official social media pages for regular updates on the situation.
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