Flash Flood Warning — Parts of Calhoun, St. Clair Co. Until 9:30 am

Scott Martin | May 27, 2024 @ 6:38 am

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Flash Flood Warning for central St. Clair County and west central Calhoun County in Alabama, effective until 9:30 AM CDT.

Current Situation

At 6:29 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain in the warned area. Flash flooding is either ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

Hazards and Impact

The primary hazard is flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. This can lead to the flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses, and other poor drainage and low-lying areas.

Locations Impacted

Areas that could experience flash flooding include:

Rainbow City
Springville
Odenville
Margaret
Ashville
Ragland
Ohatchee
Neely Henry Lake
Logan Martin Lake
Branchville
Southside
Wattsville
I-59 Rest Areas at Oneonta
Caldwell
St. Clair Springs
Neely Henry Dam

Precautionary Measures

Turn Around, Don’t Drown: Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
Stay Informed: Monitor local weather updates and follow instructions from authorities.

Ensure your safety by avoiding flooded areas and staying aware of the situation as it develops. Stay safe and vigilant.

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About the Author (Author Profile)

Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.