May 10, 2008

COMMUNITY INFORMATION - Flood Watch for Montgomery County

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for Montgomery County from Sunday Evening until Monday Afternoon. Second significant storm in a week expected to produce additional heavy rainfall for the County. Heavy rain from this system may have the potential to cause severe and unexpected flooding within the next 24 hours with widespread 2-3in possible and locally higher amounts.

Floods kill more people every year than any other weather hazard. Do not drive through flooded areas. As little as 2 feet of water can sweep a vehicle off the road. Please stay alert for any warnings.

SKYWARN spotters are encouraged to report rainfall totals to the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and the NWS office in Sterling, VA.

Posted by Plevy at May 10, 2008 06:20 PM
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