CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Montgomery County and its area rivers.
Surrounding counties, including Robertson, Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, and Stewart are under a Flash Flood Watch. The watch is in effect from 3 p.m. through this evening.
After reaching the 70s today, look for temperatures to turn sharply colder overnight. Most places will be in the 20s by Friday morning & it will be even colder Saturday morning. The temperature drop between this afternoon & Saturday morning will be on the order of 50-60 degrees.
— NWS Nashville (@NWSNashville) February 7, 2019
Recent heavy rainfall across the region has caused the Cumberland River to rise and the river at Clarksville is expected to climb above flood stage by tonight. Avoid flooded areas along the river and never drive through flooded roads as the depth of water may be too great to pass, even in trucks or sport utility vehicles. If you come across a flooded road, turn around, don’t drown.
A strong cold front will bring an additional round of rainfall to the mid state area late this afternoon and tonight with rainfall totals of up to 1 inch.
Given the 3 to 6 inch average rainfall amounts that have occurred over the past 24 hours across Northern Middle Tennessee, any additional rainfall will add to any ongoing flood problems.
Street flooding will be a big hazard for travelers. Low lying areas and poor drainage areas will be at risk for flash flooding. Also watch for flooding along small streams.
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Because of flooding these City of Clarksville parks will be closed until further notice:
* Liberty Park including the Clarksville Marina
* McGregor Park including the Riverwalk
* Trice Landing Park
A flash flood watch will be in effect from 3pm CST until later this evening. Remember to never drive or walk through flooded streets; Turn Around, Don’t Drown! Do not go through flood waters. #FloodSafety @NWSNashville pic.twitter.com/gsjVdM4buU
— Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) (@TennesseeEMA) February 7, 2019
A wind advisory is also in effect for Clarksville-Montgomery County through 7 p.m. Thursday. The primary threat is damaging straight-line winds. An isolated tornado or two in areas west of Nashville cannot be completely ruled out, but the risk of tornadoes is low.
A cold front will sweep across Middle TN this afternoon and evening with the possibility of severe storms. Temperatures will drop down as low as 25 degrees tonight.
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A Wind Advisory means that winds over 40 mph are expected. Winds this strong may blow down a few trees or tree limbs and cause isolated power outages. Driving may also become difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
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