-National Weather Service-
Hurricane Isaias is expected to make landfall on the Central Gulf Coast later today, bringing a threat of heavy rainfall and flash flooding to the region.
Numerous instances of flash flooding are likely, some of which will be significant.
Rainfall of 4-8″ across southern Alabama, the Florida Panhandle and Big Bend, and southwest Georgia.
Localized totals up to 15″ are possible, particularly within banding across the Florida Panhandle and Big Bend.
Across much of the remainder of the Southeast, rainfall of 2-5 inches are expected.
Localized higher amounts up to 10″ are possible, especially across the Southern Appalachians and coastal Carolinas.
A State of Emergency has been declared for all of Georgia.
A Flood Watch is in effect from late Friday night through Sunday morning.
Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring rounds of heavy rainfall to the area tonight through early Sunday.
Widespread totals of 1 to 4 inches are expected with a localized swath of up to 8 inches where the heaviest bands set up and train.
With high rainfall rates and the potential for repeated rounds of heavy rain in bands, flash flooding is expected.
The locations most at risk are poor drainage and urban areas, as well as creeks and streams prone to flash flooding.
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.
The locations most at risk are poor drainage and urban areas, as well as creeks and streams prone to flash flooding.
There is also a High Wind Warning in effect from midnight tonight until 8 a.m. on Sunday.
East winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
Stronger gusts are possible in the higher elevations of the north Georgia mountains.
Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
Watch for falling debris and tree limbs.
Use caution if you must drive.
