Emergency crews across the state bracing for rain, flooding brought from Imelda's outer bands

Much of North Carolina is bracing for the rain Tropical Storm Imelda will bring to the state.

While the storm is not expected to hit the state directly, it will sit off the coast and bring rain to much of the state on Monday and Tuesday, putting some areas under a level 2 flooding risk.

As of Sunday, the storm is expected to be pulled away by Hurricane Humberto, a Category 4 storm. Many officials in the state said they were taking no chances, regardless of where the storm goes.

“We plan for those scenarios, just to make sure we are ready,” said Justin Graney with the North Carolina Emergency Management.

Governor Josh Stein on Saturday declared a state of emergency for North Carolina. 11 swift water rescue crews are prepared with more than 100 personnel, 2 urban search and rescue teams and 400 National Guard troops.

On Wednesday, the City of Raleigh lowered Lake Johnson to brace for any potential flooding that may come.

“We want to make sure that we are poised and Ready to quickly and decisively respond to any of the needs that come about from any of our counties or municipalities across the state,” Graney said.

Emergency Management said they are not letting their guard down once Imelda leaves, as we are still in peak hurricane season.