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Augusta, GA Flood Alert Oct 10th: 3–6 Inches of Rain Possible by Tonight
Augusta, GA – Residents across eastern Georgia and central South Carolina face an increasing flash flooding threat Saturday as heavy rainfall could bring 3 to 6 inches of rain to portions of the regio
By Cole Barrett · 2026-10-10T14:19:03.201Z
Augusta, GA – Residents across eastern Georgia and central South Carolina face an increasing flash flooding threat Saturday as heavy rainfall could bring 3 to 6 inches of rain to portions of the region before Sunday morning, potentially flooding roads, creeks and low lying communities.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, a Flood Watch remains in effect until 8 a.m. EDT Sunday, Oct. 11, covering the Central Savannah River Area CSRA and portions of South Carolina's southern Midlands.
The watch includes Richmond, Columbia, Burke, McDuffie and Lincoln counties in Georgia, along with Aiken, Edgefield, McCormick, Barnwell, Bamberg and Orangeburg counties in South Carolina.
Affected communities include Augusta, Evans, Martinez, Thomson, Waynesboro, North Augusta, Aiken, Orangeburg, Barnwell, Bamberg and surrounding areas.
Forecasters expect periods of heavy rainfall throughout Saturday, with the highest amounts anticipated across the CSRA and southern Midlands.
Rainfall totals between 3 and 6 inches are possible from Saturday morning through Saturday night, creating conditions favorable for flash flooding.
The Weather Service warns that excessive runoff could cause rivers, creeks and streams to rise rapidly, potentially overflowing their banks.
Urban areas and neighborhoods with poor drainage may also experience flooding as heavy rainfall overwhelms local drainage systems.
Drivers throughout the Augusta metropolitan area and surrounding communities should remain alert for standing water, flooded intersections and hazardous low water crossings.
Flash flooding can develop rapidly, especially where repeated heavy rainfall affects the same locations.
Residents near streams, drainage channels and historically flood prone areas should prepare to take action if conditions worsen.
A Flood Watch indicates that flooding is possible, but does not mean flooding is occurring throughout the affected area.