* WHAT…Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE…Portions of East Arkansas, including the following counties, Lee and Phillips and North Mississippi, including the following counties, Coahoma and Tunica.
* WHEN…Until 715 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Overflowing poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – At 402 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. – Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. – Some locations that will experience flooding include… Marvell, Elaine, Helena-West Helena, St Francis National Park, Friars Point, Tunica, Lexa, Dundee, Dubbs, Watkins Corner, North Tunica, Lake View, Lula, Lagrange, Huma, Helena Crossing, Preston Place, Quarles, Wycamp and Spring Creek. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
FFWMEG
The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for… Southeastern Lee County in eastern Arkansas… Phillips County in eastern Arkansas… Northeastern Coahoma County in northwestern Mississippi… Southwestern Tunica County in northwestern Mississippi…
* Until 715 PM CDT.
* At 419 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE…Radar.
IMPACT…Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include… Marvell, Elaine, Helena-West Helena, St Francis National Park, Friars Point, Tunica, Lexa, Dundee, Dubbs, Watkins Corner, North Tunica, Lake View, Lula, Lagrange, Huma, Helena Crossing, Preston Place, Quarles, Wycamp and Spring Creek.
Severe Flash Flood Warning is in effect until 7:15 PM CDT for Southeastern Lee County in eastern Arkansas, Phillips County in eastern Arkansas, Northeastern Coahoma County in northwestern Mississippi, and Southwestern Tunica County in northwestern Mississippi.
At 5:03 PM in Friars Point, the temperature is 88°F with a light wind blowing at 2.7 mph. The skies are overcast, and there has been no recorded precipitation so far today. Earlier, the high reached 88°F while the low dipped to 74.3°F. Wind gusts throughout the day have approached 14.9 mph, with a precipitation chance of 31% earlier, contributing to the overall humid conditions.
Looking ahead to tonight, the temperature will remain mild, with a low around 74.3°F. The wind conditions will persist, potentially reaching up to 14.9 mph. There is an 18% chance of precipitation, and the overcast sky will continue to loom overhead. Residents should remain cautious due to the potential for thunderstorms.
In addition to the Severe Flash Flood Warning, there is an active Minor Flood Advisory. Heavy rain has been indicated by Doppler radar, which may lead to worsening conditions. Residents are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions until the warning expires.
Today's Details
7-Day Forecast
| Day | High | Low | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 88°F | 74°F | Thunderstorm: slight or moderate |
| Saturday | 94°F | 72°F | Thunderstorm: slight or moderate |
| Sunday | 87°F | 73°F | Drizzle: dense |
| Monday | 73°F | 64°F | Drizzle: dense |
| Tuesday | 82°F | 64°F | Drizzle: moderate |
| Wednesday | 89°F | 68°F | Overcast |
| Thursday | 89°F | 76°F | Thunderstorm: slight or moderate |