Full Notification

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg SC
744 PM EDT TUE MAY 29 2018
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Rutherford NC-Henderson NC-Polk NC-Buncombe NC-
744 PM EDT TUE MAY 29 2018

...THE FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1100 PM EDT FOR
WESTERN RUTHERFORD...HENDERSON...POLK AND BUNCOMBE COUNTIES...

At 740 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated 
that heavy rain was falling over the area. Up to two inches of rain 
have fallen since 530 PM. Flash flooding is already occurring along 
may creeks and streams. Landslides are also possible.

Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Downtown Asheville, Hendersonville, Rutherfordton, Columbus, East
Asheville, Arden, West Asheville, North Asheville, Black Mountain and
Mills River.

The Rocky Broad River near Bat Cave has crested but remains above 
flood stage. The Swannanoa River at Black Mountain Park has also 
crested but remains above action stage. Mud Creek in Hendersonville 
is nearing flood stage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Do not attempt to cross
water-covered roadways, bridges, or low-level crossings. Only a few
inches of rapidly flowing water can carry away your vehicle. It is
not worth the risk. Please TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN.

Runoff from heavy rain into creeks and streams will cause sudden
increases in water levels and flows, even in areas where rainfall has
been light or nonexistent. Hikers, campers and other individuals
outdoors must immediately seek high ground and avoid all streams.

The additional heavy rain will increase the risk of landslides,
especially in areas where slides have occurred in the past. Be
especially alert if you are near a stream, especially at the base of
a mountain or in a cove. Watch for loose-moving soil and rocks or a
sudden increase in streamflow. Leave the area quickly if this is
observed. When driving along roads where the terrain is steep or
rocky, watch and listen for falling rocks, mud, trees and other
debris.

When it is safe to do so, please report flood waters or landslides
flowing over roads or threatening property to the National Weather
Service by calling toll free, 1, 800, 2 6 7, 8 1 0 1, by posting on
our Facebook page, or via Twitter using hashtag NWSGSP. Your message
should describe the event and the specific location where it
occurred, including roadways, nearby cross streets, stream names and
other landmarks.

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LAT...LON 3582 8236 3575 8233 3571 8228 3568 8229
      3562 8227 3559 8229 3556 8226 3552 8216
      3555 8200 3552 8197 3553 8192 3519 8197
      3518 8237 3521 8239 3517 8244 3515 8258
      3530 8262 3543 8276 3559 8278 3581 8246

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