Flood Advisory Issued for Rowan County Amid Heavy Rainfall

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a Flood Advisory for Rowan County, North Carolina, effective until 2:45 PM EDT today. This advisory comes in response to ongoing heavy rainfall leading to minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

Key Details:

• Issued: 11:46 AM EDT, Thursday, June 5, 2025

• Effective Until: 2:45 PM EDT

• Affected Areas: Rowan County, including the cities and towns of Kannapolis, Salisbury, China Grove, Spencer, Landis, Enochville, Granite Quarry, Rockwell, Faith, High Rock Lake, and Gold Hill.

Rainfall Summary:

• 1 to 3 inches of rain have already fallen across the advisory area.

• An additional 0.5 to 1 inch of rainfall is expected, which may exacerbate minor flooding conditions.

Impacts:

• Minor flooding is occurring or expected to begin shortly in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

• Motorists should exercise caution, as water may cover roads, making them impassable.

• Residents in affected areas should monitor local conditions and be prepared to take action if flooding worsens.

Safety Precautions:

• Turn Around, Don't Drown: Never drive through flooded roadways. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.

• Report flooding or landslides threatening roads or property to the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg by calling 1-800-267-8101, posting on their Facebook page, or via X (formerly Twitter) using the hashtag #NWSGSP. Include specific location details and observed conditions.

For more information on flood safety and preparedness, visit the NWS Flood Safety page: http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Stay tuned to Rowan County Weather for the latest updates and real-time radar coverage as conditions evolve.