Updated 1/2/20

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch for Giles County and portions of Middle Tennessee that is in effect beginning today (Thursday) until Friday at 6 pm.

The first storm system of 2020 will bring more moderate to heavy rain to Giles County on Thursday and Friday, with rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches expected. This rainfall falling so soon after the recent heavy rain last Sunday could lead to more flooding across the area.

The chance of rain Thursday and Thursday night is 100 percent. Rain likely Friday at 70 percent tampering off to 50 percent Friday night.

Heavy rainfall could lead to flooding of roads, low lying areas, low water crossings, rivers, creeks and streams.

A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.

Listeners should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.