MoCo Government

Flood Watch Issued for Montgomery County for Sunday Afternoon and Evening

According to the Montgomery County MD Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (OEMHS), “A Flood Watch has been issued in Montgomery County, this afternoon through evening. Heavy rain & severe storms are possible. Stay weather aware & be prepared to take your Sunday plans indoors. 🚧If you encounter high water on the road, “Turn Around, Don’t Drown”

Per the Maryland Department of Emergency Management: Widespread 1-2″ of rainfall is expected across the Flood Watch area today, with isolated totals in excess of 4″ possible. Risk for flash flooding and damaging winds exist across the region. Highest risk for flash flooding is generally near and NW of the I-95 corridor.