*A Tornado Watch is in effect for our immediate coverage area.*
The National Weather Service has issued an update regarding the threat of severe weather and flooding in our area from today into Monday. A line of showers and thunderstorms is expected to move southeastward ahead of a cold front, bringing the potential for severe storms and heavy rainfall.
A Flood Watch is now in effect from Sunday morning through Monday evening. Due to the slow movement of storms, some areas may experience repeated rounds of rainfall, increasing the risk of flash flooding. Rainfall totals are expected to reach 2 to 3 inches across the area, with isolated spots potentially receiving up to 4 inches. Rising creeks and streams are likely as runoff accumulates throughout the day.
The area remains under a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for severe weather, with the possibility of damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and isolated, brief tornadoes. There is also a Slight Risk (level 2 of 4) for excessive rainfall, with flash flooding likely and river flooding possibly extending beyond Monday.
Currently, widespread showers and thunderstorms are moving through northeast Alabama and northwest Georgia. The greatest chance for isolated tornadoes is expected from mid-afternoon through the evening, especially in east Alabama and west Georgia. The threat of severe weather is expected to lessen overnight, but heavy rain is likely through midnight Sunday.
Potential impacts include downed trees and power lines from strong winds or isolated tornadoes, and hazardous travel due to flash flooding on roads and near creeks and streams. Confidence is high in the occurrence of storms and their severity, with medium to high confidence in timing and flood risks.
This information was provided from Carroll County Emergency Management in conjuntion with the National Weather Service.
