Flash Flood Warnings Expanded to Virginia, Texas, NC

Flood advisories and warnings were issued across North Carolina, Virginia, and Texas due to excessive rainfall and severe thunderstorms, with some regions receiving up to seven inches of rain in less than 24 hours. The National Weather Service reported ongoing and imminent flash flooding risks, especially in low-lying and poor drainage areas, and wind gusts reached up to 60 mph in central North Carolina. Warnings covered multiple counties, including Guilford, Edgecombe, Franklin, Halifax, and Nash, impacting cities such as Greensboro, High Point, Rocky Mount, and Tarboro. Residents were repeatedly urged to seek higher ground, follow evacuation orders, and avoid flooded roads, as most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Safety recommendations included securing homes, avoiding basements with submerged electrical outlets, using headlights in rain, and sticking to middle lanes while driving. Additional rainfall was expected to worsen conditions, increasing threats to rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas.