Flood watch extended until Tuesday

RABUN COUNTY — More than several inches of rain is expected to develop over the next 24 hours increasing the chance of flooding.

A flood watch initially went into effect at midnight Monday but has since then been continued until Tuesday afternoon. The watch includes most of northeast Georgia and the Western Carolinas.

The heaviest rain may produce flooding along streams, creeks and rivers within the watch area.

The National Weather Service (NWS) reminds drivers to never drive onto flooded roadways. As little as six inches of water can cause drivers to lose control of their cars. NWS also advises drivers not to park along streams, creeks and rivers during heavy rainfall. Those areas can flood quickly and with little warning.

In addition to the flood watch, there is also a wind advisory for Rabun County and its surrounding areas. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph lasting through Monday. Winds should begin to diminish Monday night.