Waarschuwingen, Amarillo Fire Department Station 3

Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 2:12PM CDT until July 12 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Portions of Randall and Potter counties, including the city of Amarillo. * WHEN...Until 515 PM CDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 211 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Amarillo, Canyon, Lake Tanglewood, Mescalero Park and Timbercreek Canyon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.