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Flooding Threat Along the Gulf Coast, Southern Rockies and High Plains; Cooler Weather in the Central and Eastern U.S.

Strong thunderstorms may bring excessive rainfall and flooding over parts of the northern Gulf Coast today and over parts of the southern Rockies into the High Plains today through the weekend. A refreshingly cool and dry air mass will continue to produce below average temperatures across the central and eastern U.S. through the weekend. Read More >

Understanding Floods

Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory

 

            Carolina, PR

Urban and Small Stream Advisory

Inundaciones Urbanas y de Pequeños Riachuelos

What is it? Flooding of small streams, streets and low lying areas.

What to do? Stay away from areas that are prone to flooding.  Stay clear of rapidly moving water.

¿Qué es? Inundaciones de quebradas, calles y áreas bajas.

¿Qué hacer? Mantenerse lejos de áreas propensas a inundaciones.  Manténgase lejos de agua en movimiento.

 

Flash Flood Warning

            Utuado, PR

Flash Flood Warning

Avisos de Inundaciones Repentinas

What is it? Flood impacts are occurring or imminent.

What to do? Stay alert for inundated roadways and follow instructions from authorities. Additional impacts include structures that could become flooded and need to be evacuated.

¿Qué es? Inundaciones están ocurriendo o son inminentes.

¿Qué hacer? Manténgase informado sobre carreteras inundadas y siga las instrucciones de las autoridades. Impactos adicionales incluyen estructuras que podrían inundarse y podrían ser evacuadas.

 

Flash Flood Emergency

                         Comerio, PR

Flash Flood Emergency

Emergencia de Inundaciones Repentinas

What is it? Flash flood situations that represent extreme danger.

What to do? Immediately reach higher ground by any means possible.

¿Qué es? Inundaciones repentinas que representan extremo peligro.

¿Qué hacer? Muévase a terreno alto inmediatamente.

 

Flash Flood Watch

Flash Flood Watch

Vigilancia Inundaciones Repentinas

What is it? Flooding is possible – typically within 6 to 48 hours.

What to do? Stay informed and prepare for water rises along rivers that could affect nearby roads and buildings.

¿Qué es? Inundaciones son posibles típicamente dentro de 6 a 48 horas.

¿Qué hacer? Mantenerse informado y prepararse para aumento de niveles de ríos, que pudieran alcanzar carreteras y estructuras.