1 week Ago By Ron Hilliard
Strong and slow-moving storms are leaving behind flooding in Southeast Michigan.A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for southwestern Lapeer and northeastern Oakland counties until 9:30 p.m.
Friday. Several communities that will be impacted include Oxford, Ortonville, Dryden, Metamora, Lake Orion, Leonard, Thornville and Lakeville. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for northern Macomb County until 10:15 p.
m. Friday. Richmond, Romeo, Armada, Memphis, New Haven, and Washington Township will be among affected communities.
A flash flood is a flood that occurs rapidly due to heavy rainfall in a short amount of time.Thunderstorms have produced heavy rain at rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour. Up to 3 inches of rain had fallen as of 7 p.
m., and more was expected.It is important to avoid walking or driving in floodwaters.
The depth of water can be deceptive. Just a foot of moving water can move a vehicle. It is always best to turn around and avoid a potentially dangerous situation.
People should also avoid entering a flooded basement. Wait until the water has receded or the electricity has been disconnected.Besides the chance of a couple of sprinkles overnight and early Saturday, the showers and thunderstorms will come to an end Friday night.
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