Parts of the River Region are under a flood watch, with concerns rising over potential flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The flood watch is expected to last through Saturday evening.
Emergency management officials have warned that heavy rainfall in a short period is the primary threat, rather than severe storms. Wade Lyles, Montgomery City/County Emergency Management Director, said, “The National Weather Service ranks us between a one through five severity level. This is a one. Based on the information we have available, I think our biggest concern here is just going to be some flash flooding. There is a heavy rainfall amount.”
Lyles emphasized the importance of preparation, especially in areas with existing drainage issues. “Now is your opportunity. If you do need to make any changes, or buy any supplies or put sandbags out, now is your time to do it,” Lyles said…