Flood Watch for Suwannee; Gilchrist; Western Alachua +2 more
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Gilchrist, Southwestern Columbia, Suwannee, Western Alachua, Western Marion
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What is happening
What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Where: A portion of northern Florida, including the following areas, Gilchrist, Southwestern Columbia, Suwannee, Western Alachua and...
What the bulletin says to do
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Full official description
Bulletin details
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of northern Florida, including the following areas, Gilchrist, Southwestern Columbia, Suwannee, Western Alachua and Western Marion. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Southwesterly flow through the weekend will continue to bring tropical moisture into the area. This will lead to waves of numerous showers and thunderstorms to develop through the weekend. Widespread rainfall totals in the watch area will likely be between 1 and 3 inches. However, reasonable high-end rainfall totals in localized spots of 4 to 6 inches are possible. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Official revisions
- Alert
Flood Watch issued August 1 at 8:51AM EDT until August 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Official revision
Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Jacksonville FL. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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