Event extended (both time and area). Flood Watch from 1/9/2024 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM EST for Rowan County, NC

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH TUESDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...Portions of piedmont North Carolina, including the
following areas, Cabarrus, Davie, Iredell, Mecklenburg, Rowan and
Union NC and upstate South Carolina, including the following
areas, Chester, Union SC and York.

* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A powerful low pressure system will spread heavy rain across
the region beginning this evening and continuing into
Tuesday. Rainfall amounts of 3 to 5 inches are expected
across the eastern Upstate south of Interstate 85, and the
Piedmont of North Carolina. Some locations in the mountains
could get 4 inches of rain. The threat of flash flooding has
been increased given the
recent rainfall in this area.north
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Flood Watch for flash flooding means there is a potential for
rapid onset flooding based on current forecasts. Flash flooding is a
very dangerous situation and may impact areas that do not typically
flood. Please monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take
action quickly should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.