RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — After a precautionary Flood Watch advisory from The National Weather Service Tuesday night, and an unforgiving storm pounding the region, more serious advisories have been issued in Central NC.
A Flood Warning is in effect until 8 a.m. for the following counties:
- Chatham
- Harnett
- Lee
- Wake.
Flash Flood Warnings are also in effect until 6:45 a.m. for the following counties:
- Northern Franklin County
- Halifax County
- Northeastern Nash County
- Vance County
- Warren County
- Central Person County (in effect until 8 a.m.)
All advisories issued have reported nearly 3 inches of rain in these areas, which will cause flooding near bodies of water and flood-prone roads.