JOHNSTON, NC — ...The National Weather Service in Raleigh NC has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in North Carolina...
Neuse River At Smithfield affecting Johnston County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Neuse River at Smithfield.
* WHEN...From late tonight to tomorrow evening.
* IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Action Stage. The Neuse River begins to overflow on the left bank. At 15.0 feet, Minor flooding begins. Flooding begins along the Neuse Riverwalk. Water nears the base of the
Flooding in Johnston, NC can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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