The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for Athens and surrounding counties from 8:00AM, Friday, May 22, 2026, until 8:00AM, Saturday, May 23, 2026.
WHAT – Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
WHERE – Athens and surrounding counties.
WHEN – From 8:00AM, Friday, May 22, 2026, until 8:00AM, Saturday, May 23, 2026.
IMPACTS – Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may also occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Rain will overspread the region this morning and persist through much of tonight. Rainfall totals of one to two inches are expected across the area, with locally higher amounts possible in locations impacted by thunderstorms. Areas that received locally heavy rain over the past couple of days will be most vulnerable to flooding.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.
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