Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 6 at 11:55PM EDT until July 7 at 1:30AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 8:55pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
At 1155 PM EDT, Widespread heavy rainfall has ended. Localized
moderate rainfall and continued drainage of floodwater will continue
the risk for flash flooding near creeks and streams. Between 1 and 3
inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch
are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or
expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Durham, Chapel Hill, Bethesda, Gorman, Parkwood, Research
Triangle, Rollingview Marina, Falls Lake, Eno River State Park and
Jordan Lake.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Area Description:
Durham, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Raleigh NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov