FLASH FLOOD WATCH: Tropical Storm Sally to bring heavy rain threat to the Carolinas

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A Flash Flood Watch means there is the chance for rapid onset of flooding in the area. It’s a dangerous situation and can even affect areas that don’t normally flood

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The remnants of Tropical Storm Sally are expected to enter the Carolinas on Thursday, bringing heavy rain and a flash flood threat to the area. 

According to Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich, Sally will interact with a frontal boundary and produce widespread heavy rain across the entire region. 

“Rainfall totals of five to seven inches are expected,” Panovich said. “There could be a few isolated severe storms that produce south and east of I-85.”

Panovich said all residents should stay weather aware as the heavy rain can produce areas of flash flooding along small streams, creeks, and all flood-prone areas. 

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He also said some minor river flooding is possible, which could include the South Fork of the Catawba River. Flooding of parks, greenways, farmland, and secondary roads is possible.

A Flash Flood Watch means there is the chance for rapid onset of flooding in the area. It’s a dangerous situation and can even affect areas that don’t normally flood.