Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued October 10 at 10:25PM EDT until October 11 at 4:15AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 7:25pm
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 1:15am
Description:
FFWGSP
The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
McDowell County in western North Carolina...
* Until 415 AM EDT.
* At 1025 PM EDT, Rounds of torrential rainfall have impacted many
areas of McDowell County following a prolonged period of steady
light to moderate rain, which produced storm-total rainfall of 2-4
inches over the past 12 hours. Unfortunately, this current
torrential rainfall is producing another 1.5-2.5 inches of rain
over the past couple of hours. This rainfall over saturated soils
is causing more significant rises to develop along areas streams
and associated tributaries. Areas of greatest concern include the
headwaters of Cove Creek and the Second Broad River near Sugar
Hill, where the 3300 block of Sugar Hill Road is closed due to
flooding; Nix Creek near Providence; Crooked Creek near Moffitt
Hill; and the Upper Catawba River between Old Fort and Pleasant
Gardens, including along Lytle Mountain Rd, where a foot of flood
waters have currently closed the roadway. Additionally, a
landslide has been observed on NC-226A with minor impacts to the
roadway. Additional areas of Minor flooding are expected to
develop over the next 1-3 hours. Please obey all barricades and
heed all evacuation orders from local Emergency Management
officials.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect flash flooding of low-lying areas near streams,
including parks, trails, low-water crossings, boat-
access areas, and campgrounds. Low-lying roadways are
likely to be flooded. An isolated landslide or two cannot
be ruled out.
* Some locations that may experience flash flooding include...
Marion, Old Fort, Lake James, Lake James State Park, B.R.
Parkway-Craggy To Little Switzerland, B.R. Parkway-Little
Switzerland To Linville, Linville Falls, Pleasant Gardens, Sugar
Hill and Glenwood.
Instruction:
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
The additional heavy rain will increase the risk of landslides and
debris flows, especially in areas where landslides have occurred in
the past. Be especially alert if you live near a stream, particularly
at the base of a mountain or in a cove. Watch for signs that a
landslide may be imminent, including loose-moving soil and rocks or a
sudden increase in streamflow. Stay indoors and do NOT go outside to
investigate. Escape vertically inside your home by moving upstairs or
getting on top of counters to avoid being swept away.
Area Description:
McDowell, NC
Forcast Office:
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov