NC GAZETTE / WBRT RADIO
STAFF REPORT
Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023 — Nelson County is now under a Flood Warning until 8:45 p.m. this evening.
Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen, and the threat of flooding will remain in low-lying areas and in areas that typically flood during heavy rains. An additional 1 inch of rain can be expected as the remains of the rain storm passes through the area.
If driving and you approached a flooded roadway, turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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