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Coverage of flood watch in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 28 · 22:31 UTCMost recent: Aug 14 · 10:30 UTC
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  • SCIENCEAug 14 · 10:30 UTCABC7 CHICAGO
    Flood Watch in effect as power outages, cleanup efforts continue after 6 tornadoes hit NW Indiana

    A Flood Watch remains in effect across Northwest Indiana following six tornadoes. Residents are actively cleaning up from storm damage and continuing efforts to manage power outages, with services expected to resume by Friday.

  • SCIENCEAug 5 · 09:06 UTCWTOP DC
    Flood watch, strong storms possible in DC area Wednesday as vicious weather continues

    A flood watch is in effect for the D.C. region through Wednesday morning as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms threaten localized flooding. The National Weather Service warns of potential severe storms later in the week, with high temperatures and humidity contributing to unstable weather conditions.

  • SCIENCEAug 2 · 22:44 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Wet week ahead in NY and NJ with heavy rain expected

    The tri-state area is preparing for a week of heavy rain, with New York and New Jersey expected to experience storms and showers starting Monday. A majority of New Jersey is under a flood watch from Sunday through Monday.

  • SCIENCEAug 2 · 20:23 UTCFOX 5 NEW YORK
    NYC weather: Severe thunderstorms possible Sunday into Monday, Northern NJ under Flood Watch

    Severe thunderstorms are possible in New York City from Sunday into Monday, with Northern New Jersey under a Flood Watch. Storms could bring flooding to parts of New Jersey Sunday night into Monday, with additional rain expected later this week.

  • SECURITYAug 2 · 11:20 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Flood Watch issued; heavy rainfall possible in Metro Detroit through Sunday afternoon

    A Flood Watch is in effect for several counties in Metro Detroit through Sunday afternoon due to heavy rainfall, with up to 3 inches of rain possible in some areas. Weather conditions include rain showers, thunderstorms, and gradually clearing skies through the week.

  • SECURITYJul 30 · 01:02 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Spotty thunderstorms and hot temperatures on Thursday

    A flood watch remains in effect until 9 pm for specified counties as spotty thunderstorms and high temperatures are expected across Colorado locations like Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and the Plains. Most areas will experience partly cloudy to mostly sunny conditions with afternoon/evening thunderstorm potential, while mountain valleys face warm temperatures and early afternoon storms.

  • SECURITYJul 29 · 21:53 UTCNEWS10 ALBANY
    Amsterdam issues State of Emergency due to flooding

    Amsterdam, New York, declared a State of Emergency due to flooding caused by heavy rain, leading to road closures including part of Route 5. The city is under a flood watch, and crews are working to drain the water.

  • SECURITYJul 29 · 14:10 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Flood watch Wednesday for the southern I-25 corridor

    A Flood Watch is in effect for the southern I-25 corridor and eastern plains of Colorado from 12-9 PM, with a Flash Flood Watch for the Aspen Acres burn scar due to heavy thunderstorms and saturated ground. Flooding risks remain high, particularly in burn scar areas where debris flows are possible, though severe weather threats are lower than the previous day.

  • BUSINESSJul 28 · 20:16 UTCGOTHAMIST
    Airlines waive fees for changing, canceling NY and NJ flights ahead of Tuesday storms

    Airlines are waiving fees for changing or canceling flights in New York and New Jersey ahead of severe storms. New York City is under a flood watch with stormy weather expected Tuesday night.

  • SECURITYJul 28 · 18:12 UTCFOX 5 NEW YORK
    LIVE: Flood watch across NYC area

    A flood watch is in effect for New York City and surrounding areas due to severe thunderstorms forecasted for Tuesday afternoon into evening.

  • SECURITYJul 28 · 15:21 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    See if you live in an NYC flood zone and what to do about it

    New York City has a flood watch with 2 to 5 inches of rain expected. Residents can use the Flood Help NY website to check if they live in a flood zone.

  • SCIENCEJul 28 · 12:39 UTCGOTHAMIST
    Slow-moving storms could dump up to 7 inches of rain on parts of New York City

    Slow-moving storms may bring up to 7 inches of rain to parts of New York City and New Jersey, prompting a flood watch issued by the National Weather Service through 8 p.m. Wednesday. Severe storms have already affected the New York area, including Brooklyn's Dumbo neighborhood.

  • SCIENCEJul 28 · 11:49 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Flood Watch for tri-state area has been extended

    A flood watch for the tri-state area has been extended through Wednesday evening due to slow-moving low-pressure systems bringing heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service warns of rainfall rates of one to three inches per hour over the next several days.

  • SECURITYJul 28 · 01:24 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Projected rain totals in NY and NJ: How much will fall near you?

    Heavy downpours with multiple inches of rain are expected in New York and New Jersey, prompting a flood watch issued by the National Weather Service for New York City and the tri-state region from Tuesday morning through Wednesday.

  • SECURITYJul 27 · 19:49 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Flood watch issued for NY, NJ with drenching rain expected: details

    A flood watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for New York City and much of the tri-state region due to a slow-moving low-pressure system expected to bring heavy rain and potential flooding from Tuesday morning through Wednesday.

  • SCIENCEJul 24 · 03:17 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Scattered showers, storms expected in Charlotte region: First Alert forecast here

    The Charlotte region experiences a transition from heavy rain to scattered showers and thunderstorms, with flood threats decreasing. Cooler-than-average temperatures are expected Friday, followed by a return to typical summer weather by next week with higher temperatures and isolated storms.

  • SCIENCEJul 23 · 11:45 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Heavy downpours trek west-to-east across Charlotte region: Forecast here

    Heavy downpours caused by a stalled cold front along I-40 are moving west-to-east across the Charlotte region, leading to potential localized flooding. Rainfall is expected to linger through Friday with 1-2 inches forecasted, though some areas may see more. Temperatures remain below average, with a return to typical hot, humid conditions expected by Sunday.

  • SCIENCEJul 23 · 10:30 UTCWJZY QUEEN CITY NEWS
    Cooler temps bring heavy rain and flood watch for Charlotte

    The Charlotte area is experiencing widespread showers and thunderstorms, with a Flood Watch in effect until 8 PM due to heavy rain. Localized flooding is possible in low-lying and poor-drainage areas.

  • SECURITYJul 23 · 02:08 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Flooding biggest concern as heavy rain expected in Charlotte region: First Alert forecast here

    Heavy rain and potential flash flooding are the main concerns in the Charlotte region as a slow-moving cold front brings widespread rainfall overnight and into Thursday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch through Thursday, with some areas expecting 1-4 inches of rain, leading to ponding on roads and reduced visibility.

  • SCIENCEJul 22 · 23:32 UTCWJZY QUEEN CITY NEWS
    Slow-moving cold front to bring heavy rain and flood watch to the region

    A slow-moving cold front will bring heavy rain and potential flooding to the Charlotte metro, Piedmont, and Foothills regions through Thursday evening. A flood watch is in effect for the area.

  • SCIENCEJul 22 · 22:30 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Heavy rain, thunderstorms likely in Charlotte region through Thursday: First Alert forecast here

    Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in the Charlotte region through Thursday, with a flood watch in effect due to potential rainfall of 1-3 inches. Flooding is the main concern, and cooler temperatures around 80 degrees are expected, with continued rain chances into the weekend.

  • SECURITYJul 22 · 19:17 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Flood watch issued for multiple counties in Charlotte region: What to know

    A flood watch was issued for multiple counties in the Charlotte region starting July 22, with heavy rains expected through Thursday evening. Counties under the watch include Anson, Ashe, Avery, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Richmond, Rowan, and Stanly. The watch will expire Thursday evening for most areas but remain through Friday morning for Anson, Richmond, and Stanly counties.

  • SECURITYJul 21 · 11:47 UTCFOX 5 NEW YORK
    Heavy storms, severe flooding threaten NYC evening commute as flood watch issued

    A flood watch was issued for all five NYC boroughs due to heavy downpours and potential flash flooding, threatening the evening commute.

  • SCIENCEJul 21 · 11:34 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Severe weather: When to expect rain and thunderstorms

    The tri-state area is preparing for potential flooding due to a frontal system bringing multiple rounds of rain and thunderstorms. A flood watch is in effect from 8 a.m. Tuesday to 2 a.m. Wednesday, with some regions possibly receiving significant rainfall.

  • WORLDJul 18 · 12:25 UTCGOTHAMIST
    NYC can't catch a break: Wild winds, flood watch and a possible tornado Saturday

    New York City faces severe weather conditions including wild winds, a flood watch, and a possible tornado on Saturday. Smoke from Canadian Wildfires is lingering, with air quality rated as 'hazardous' at the start of the day.

  • SECURITYJul 15 · 17:19 UTCKXAN NBC AUSTIN
    Live updates: Flash flood risk continues as heavy rain falls across Central Texas

    Central Texas, including the Austin metro, is under a Flood Watch as heavy rain continues to fall, increasing the risk of flash flooding. The situation remains active with ongoing weather updates.

  • SCIENCEJul 14 · 00:37 UTCWJZY QUEEN CITY NEWS
    Rainy Monday gives way to cooler Tuesday before summer heat returns

    Rainy Monday caused flooding in some areas despite being needed. The Flood Watch for the mountains and foothills has expired, though flooding may persist east of these regions.

  • SECURITYJul 13 · 17:03 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Interactive radar: Track rain, storms in Carolinas on July 13, 2026

    Showers and thunderstorms affected the Charlotte region on July 13, 2026, with a flood watch in effect due to excessive rainfall. Interactive radar tracked the storms, and severe weather risks were expected to subside by Tuesday. An EF-1 tornado was confirmed in North Carolina’s Cleveland County earlier in the week.

  • SCIENCEJul 13 · 10:26 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Rain, potential flooding for the Carolinas to start workweek

    The Carolinas face rain and potential flooding starting the workweek, with a Flood Watch in effect for mountain and foothill counties until Monday night. Temperatures will remain below average through Tuesday before a return to heat later in the week, with feels-like temperatures near 105 degrees by the weekend.

  • SCIENCEJul 13 · 09:18 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    FORECAST: Heavy rain, flash flooding possible today

    Heavy rain and flash flooding are possible today, with a Flood Watch in effect for mountains and foothills through 8 p.m. Temperatures will remain in the upper 70s due to clouds and rain, but heat is expected to return by Thursday with highs in the 90s. Drier weather is forecast for tomorrow.

  • SECURITYJul 11 · 01:48 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Let’s talk flooding: Here’s some safety tips ahead of the forecasted storms

    WSMV4 meteorologist Darius Mack warns about the dangers of flooding in Nashville ahead of forecasted storms, emphasizing that flash flooding can create standing water on roadways. He advises drivers to avoid crossing flooded roads when the road surface is not visible and explains the difference between a flood watch (potential flooding) and a flood warning (immediate action required).

  • SECURITYJul 9 · 17:47 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Debris floats through Mt. Juliet backyards as flash flooding hits Midstate

    Flash flooding in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, caused debris and muddy streams in backyards due to clay runoff from a nearby construction site. WSMV4 issued a First Alert Weather Day for Thursday as a Flood Watch took effect, prompting residents to seek weather alerts via their app.

  • SCIENCEJul 8 · 19:52 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Photo shows how flooding completely washed away massive chunk of Tennessee driveway

    A driveway in Lawrence County, Tennessee, was split in half by floodwaters, with the Ethridge Fire Department sharing images of the damage. A local resident noted the driveway's proximity to a busy road and its history of flooding in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch through Sunday due to ongoing heavy rain.

  • SCIENCEJul 8 · 17:38 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Flood watch in effect through Sunday as heavy rain threatens saturated areas of Midstate

    A Flood Watch is in effect from Thursday at 1 p.m. through Sunday at 6 p.m. in Midstate areas due to heavy rain, with up to 3 to 4 inches of rain expected in already saturated regions. Flash flooding is possible in urban and low-lying areas, and residents are urged to avoid driving through flooded roads.

  • SECURITYJul 6 · 14:35 UTCAMNY
    NYC FLOOD WATCH: Thunderstorms possible as Big Apple expected to be soaked after long heatwave

    New York City is under a flood watch due to heavy rain and potential thunderstorms following a heatwave. Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to limit travel, while NYC Emergency Management warned of delays, hazardous conditions, and flash flooding risks until Tuesday morning.

  • HEALTHJul 6 · 10:35 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Safe overnight locations open amid extreme weather

    New York City remains under a flood watch as heavy rain and storms cause potential basement flooding. Officials warn of life-threatening risks and urge residents to move to higher ground.

  • HEALTHJul 6 · 09:49 UTCWTOP DC
    Afternoon storms bring flood risk to DC region Monday

    Afternoon storms are expected to bring heavy rain and flooding risks to the D.C. region Monday, with the National Weather Service issuing a Flood Watch from 4 p.m. to midnight. The storm system could deliver up to 3 inches of rain per hour, affecting areas from Cecil County, Maryland, to Morgan County, West Virginia, and beyond. High humidity and temperatures in the 80s-90s persist, with additional storms possible through Wednesday.

  • SCIENCEJul 6 · 00:18 UTCABC7 NEW YORK
    Tri-State prepares for heavy rain, flash flooding

    The Tri-State area is under a flood watch through Monday night due to heavy rain, with repeated downpours in the next 24-36 hours posing a risk of flash flooding.

  • SECURITYJul 5 · 20:57 UTCPIX11 NEW YORK
    Flash flooding threatens NYC, NJ and Long Island

    A flood watch is in effect for Long Island, New York City, Westchester, and northern New Jersey from Sunday afternoon through Monday night. The National Weather Service issued the warning following days of intense heat, power outages, and downed trees.

  • SECURITYJun 28 · 22:31 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Two rescued after getting lost in Tennessee woods

    Two people were rescued in Tennessee after getting lost in the woods and their vehicle became stuck in a river during a Flood Watch. The Sparta Rescue Squad conducted the third wilderness rescue in three weeks.