What is happening
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...South Central Polk County in east Tennessee... * WHEN...Until 915 AM EST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Several structures are flooded within the Flash Flood Emergency and further runoff is likely to continue downstream. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 639 AM EST, local law enforcement reported heavy rain in the warned area due to excessive runoff from extreme rainfall in Georgia. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Ducktown and Copperhill. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Official instructions
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
