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Flood Watch for Inland Colleton; Dorchester; Inland Berkeley +3 more

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What: Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Where:...

What the bulletin says to do

Be prepared to protect life and property, especially in areas prone to flooding. If flooding develops, move to higher ground immediately. If driving, be prepared for flooded roadways and possible road closures.

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* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of southeast South Carolina, including the following areas, Charleston, Coastal Colleton, Dorchester, Inland Berkeley, Inland Colleton and Tidal Berkeley. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... A slow moving front will interact with the afternoon sea breeze, yielding a heavy rainfall threat across portions of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Scattered rainfall amounts upwards of 3 to 5 inches will be possible in some locations. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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2 captured
  1. Update

    Flood Watch issued July 26 at 4:40PM EDT until July 26 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

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  2. Alert

    Flood Watch issued July 26 at 11:56AM EDT until July 26 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Charleston SC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.

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