Flood Advisory and Flash Flood Warning Issued for Western North Carolina
Flood Advisory and Flash Flood Warning Issued for Western North Carolina
US · Published Oct 12, 2026
• The National Weather Service (NWS) Greenville-Spartanburg SC has issued a Flood Advisory for Avery County, Eastern Buncombe County, and McDowell County in western North Carolina.
• The advisory is in effect from October 11 at 5:49 AM EDT until October 11 at 11:45 AM EDT.

Impact & Risks

Residents in Avery County, Eastern Buncombe County, and McDowell County are at risk of nuisance flooding and potentially more severe flash flooding if rainfall rates intensify. The ongoing heavy rainfall may lead to water accumulation in low-lying areas, roadways, and streams, posing risks to property and transportation. If conditions worsen, the advisory may be upgraded to a Flash Flood Warning for additional areas.

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