An areal flood watch is a flood alert issued for potential widespread flooding that is likely to develop gradually.

Some areas could see up to 8 inches of rain, prompting warnings affecting millions of people over the next few days.

A flood watch remains in effect for metro Atlanta and most of north Georgia, as downpours and thunderstorms move through.

Flood watches have been issued for the majority of KMAland running from Thursday afternoon through Friday morning.

A flood watch means conditions are favorable for flash flooding to overflow rivers, creek, streams, and even roads.

Forecasters warn that “life-threatening” flash flooding could develop as multiple rounds of heavy rain hit the region.

Flood watch for Cherokee and Clay counties through 2 p.m. Saturday. Flash flooding possible — avoid flooded roads.

On Saturday at 12:02 a.m. the NWS Morristown TN issued an updated flood watch in effect until 2 p.m. for Cherokee and Clay counties.

Flash flooding possible, but where? Parts of Alabama under a flood watch as heavy rain builds through Tuesday evening.

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