Heavy overnight downpours have metro Atlanta under a Flash Flood Warning, with fast-falling rain already soaking roads and low-lying spots across the region. The National Weather Service cautions that low areas such as creeks, underpasses and some neighborhood streets are vulnerable to quick rises in water. Morning drivers are being warned to expect slower commutes and pockets of street flooding from the city into the northern and eastern suburbs.
The warning covers Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett counties and is in effect through 6:30 a.m., according to WSB-TV. The Peachtree City office of the National Weather Service lists active flash flood products for the metro and notes that heavy, efficient rainfall on already saturated ground can lead to very rapid water rises.
Where Flooding Is Most Likely
On its hazards page, the agency warns that “flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses” is either ongoing or expected in the warned area. That means the usual trouble spots are in play, from low creek crossings to clogged storm drains and dips in busy corridors. Motorists are urged to steer clear of standing water and move to higher ground if conditions start to deteriorate.
Travel And Safety Tips
Drivers should plan for surface-street slowdowns and potential short-term closures where water collects. Officials repeat the familiar rule: do not drive into flooded lanes and never walk or drive through moving water, even if it looks shallow.
WSB-TV reports that Channel 2’s Severe Weather Team, including meteorologist Brian Monahan, will be tracking the storms and flooding threats live early Friday morning.
