Severe weather approaching Beaufort County

Category: Weather

Beaufort County is expecting heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms, with rain chances increasing after lunch today and continuing through Friday. Forecasts indicate 3” to 6” of rainfall, with the heaviest rains expected between Thursday afternoon and Friday. Wind gusts could reach up to 50 mph, and there is a risk of flooding in low-lying areas. A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for eastern NC due to the potential for over 2 inches of rainfall in an hour, leading to flash flooding.

Keywords: Severe Thunderstorms, Heavy Rainfall, Flooding

Source: Washington Daily News

Update At: 7/21/2024

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