...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast Maryland, including the following
areas, Dorchester, Inland Worcester, Maryland Beaches, Somerset
and Wicomico and Virginia, including the following areas,
Caroline, Eastern Essex, Eastern King William, Eastern King and
Queen, Gloucester, Lancaster, Mathews, Middlesex, Northumberland,
Richmond, Western Essex, Western King William, Western King and
Queen and Westmoreland.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- 1 to 4 inches of rain fell yesterday and last night across
the watch area. Numerous thunderstorms are again expected
late this afternoon through part of tonight. Additional rain
amounts of around 3" are likely in a few spots. This could
result in additional flash flooding.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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.
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