Varningar, Newport News

Flood Watch issued March 16 at 2:40PM EDT until March 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of southeast Virginia, including the following areas, Chesapeake, Hampton/Poquoson, Isle of Wight, James City, Newport News, Norfolk/Portsmouth, Southampton, Suffolk, Surry, Sussex, Virginia Beach and York. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 1-2 inches of rain is expected through tonight with localized areas up to 4 inches. Areas that receive higher totals may experience flash flooding. Urban, low-lying, and poor drainage areas are the most likely areas to see flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.