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Calhoun County EMA
Wednesday September 25th, 2024 :: 11:02 a.m. CDT

Advisory

Calhoun County EMA ALERT

Calhoun County Weather Update

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY

WHAT: Locally heavy rainfall will begin this afternoon, and become more widespread on Thursday as Helene approaches the area. Rainfall amounts of 4 to 8 inches will be possible, with locally up to 10 inches.

WHEN:  WEDNESDAY @ 1:00 PM – FRIDAY @ 7:00 AM 

IMPACTS: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

KEY DETAILS: Persistent rainfall throughout the watch area, potentially causing localized flooding in urban, low-lying, and poorly drained areas. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPARDNESS ACTIONS: Residents in flood-prone regions should be prepared to take necessary actions if flooding occurs. You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. For additional information, refer to http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood.

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Address/Location
Calhoun County EMA
507 Francis St W
Jacksonville, AL 36265

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 256-380-5741

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