2/19/19
Cleveland)- The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has expanded the Flood Watch issued out earlier today to include portions of north Georgia to include the following counties: Cherokee, Dawson, Fannin, Gilmer, Lumpkin, Pickens Union, Towns, and White.
The flood watch is in effect through Saturday morning. Forecasters say soil conditions remain very saturated and river levels remain high across the area. With 2 to 6 inches of additional precipitation expected across the area, this will produce significant runoff and flooding of creeks and rivers. Even after the rain ends, high water could persist for several days after.
A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. 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.
