Local meteorologists are warning drivers to be looking out for flooded roads, as a deluge of much-needed rainfall might result in flooding in Massachusetts on Monday.
The National Weather Service’s Boston workplace has issued a “Flash Flood Warning” for southeastern Worcester County in central Massachusetts, whereas many of the Bay State is in a “Flood Watch” by Tuesday afternoon.
On Monday morning, the Doppler radar confirmed heavy rain throughout the realm underneath the flash flood warning.
“Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen,” the National Weather Service wrote in its alert. “The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.”
Forecasters are warning drivers of flash flooding of small creeks and streams, city areas, highways, streets and underpasses, in addition to different poor drainage and low-lying areas.
“Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads,” NWS wrote. “Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.”
Meanwhile, a flood watch stays in impact for a lot of Massachusetts by Tuesday afternoon. Flooding brought on by extreme rainfall is feasible.
“Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations,” NWS wrote. “Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.”
“You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings,” NWS added. “Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.”
The heavy rainfall comes because the Bay State is in a extreme drought, and a large swath of the area faces an excessive drought.
Source: www.bostonherald.com”