Memphis, TN – A Flood Watch has been issued for Memphis and surrounding areas, starting at 7 p.m. Thursday as remnants of Hurricane Helene approach. Rainfall is expected to intensify overnight, with projections of 4-6 inches and higher amounts in isolated areas.
According to the National Weather Service, the heaviest rain will fall from Thursday night into Friday, continuing through Saturday. The primary threat is flash flooding, particularly in urban and low-lying areas. Local roads, including portions of I-40 and I-55, may be impacted by rising water.
Residents are urged to have multiple ways of receiving weather warnings and to avoid driving through flooded roadways. Flood-prone areas should be monitored closely, and outdoor activities should be postponed until the threat subsides.
As the storm progresses, the bulk of the rainfall is expected on Friday, with flash flooding likely in areas north of the Tennessee-Mississippi state line.
