[W8MWA] Flood Watch issued by NWS

Jeffrey Fritz jnfritz07 at gmail.com
Tue Feb 27 14:05:31 EST 2024


FYI: The NWS in Pittsburgh PA has Issued a Flood Watch for our area.

If this becomes a Warning we will activate the SKYWARN Net. Please monitor
the W8MWA repeater on 145.430 MHz (103.5 PL, standard offset.)

The NWS report follows.

73,

Jeff, WB1AAL

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* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE…For the following counties in the W8MWA coverage area:
Greene PA
Marion WV
Monongalia WV
Preston WV

* WHEN...From 7 PM EST this evening through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks,
streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of moderate to heavy rain are
expected through Wednesday afternoon that could create localized totals of
up to 2 inches. Heavier bursts may cause rapid rises in creeks and impact
sensitive low lying locations.

* PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts
and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to
flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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