What is happening
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...South Central Polk County in east Tennessee... * WHEN...Until 115 PM EST. * IMPACTS...An estimated 6 to 10 inches of rain fell in northern Georgia overnight. Runoff from this extreme rainfall continues to produce significant flooding in the Copperhill area, with additional flooding downstream. Although water levels are decreasing, it will take several hours for flood waters to recede completely. As such the areal flood warning has been extended. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1100 AM EST, excessive runoff from extreme overnight rainfall in northern Georgia continues to produce flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Ducktown and Copperhill. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Official instructions
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. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
