Memphis, TN — Residents in Memphis and surrounding areas should prepare for significant rainfall as remnants of Hurricane Helene bring storms to the region starting Friday. Rainfall totals are forecast to range between 3 and 4 inches, with localized areas expecting up to 6 inches.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the heaviest rainfall will begin overnight on Thursday, extending into Saturday morning. Flash flood warnings are in effect, particularly for regions north of the Tennessee-Mississippi state line. Flood-prone areas such as urban streets, small streams, and roadways, including I-55 and I-40, are especially vulnerable.
NWS urges residents to avoid travel during heavy rain, and to monitor local updates for potential flash flood alerts. As a precaution, residents in flood-prone areas should be prepared to evacuate if necessary.
