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On Sunday at 1:48 a.m. a flood watch was issued by the NWS Wakefield VA in effect until Monday at 2 a.m. The watch is for Western Currituck and Eastern Currituck as well as Northampton, Hertford, Gates,
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – The National Weather Service in Raleigh issued a flood watch throughout central North Carolina early Monday morning. The warning is currently in effect until late Monday night in the following counties:
Residents in coastal areas told researchers, “It floods here all the time,” though weather forecasts often overlooked it.
At least four people have been killed and others remain missing after dangerous flash flooding impacted Wheeling and surrounding communities in West Virginia this weekend.
The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued flash flood warnings for counties across the central North Carolina area.
Eight months after Hurricane Helene swept through Chimney Rock, the tourist town still isn't ready to welcome summer visitors, putting residents who rely on the tourism industry in peril.
According to the Camden County Sheriff's Office, the downpour caused widespread flooding, particularly near South Mills and Old Trap, where culvert ditches overflowed and spilled onto major routes. Sheriff Kevin Jones said deputies discovered multiple affected roadways and are monitoring the situation closely.
A flood watch is issued for central North Carolina due to potential excessive rainfall, with possible flooding and severe thunderstorms anticipated. Residents are advised to be prepared.