Appalachian National Scenic Trail, NC Weather Warnings

Flood Watch issued July 13 at 1:14PM EDT until July 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Piedmont and western North Carolina, including the following areas, Alexander, Avery, Burke, Caldwell, McDowell, Mitchell and Yancey. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Slow-moving heavy rain showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop at times this afternoon. By evening, 24-hour rainfall totals of 2 to 6 inches are expected across much of the Watch area, although locally higher amounts are possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood A Flood Watch for flash flooding means there is a potential for rapid onset flooding based on current forecasts. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation and may impact areas that do not typically flood. Please monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take action quickly should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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