Flood Advisory Issued for Calhoun County as Heavy Rain Triggers Minor Flooding
Heavy thunderstorms dropped up to 2.5 inches of rain across Calhoun County, prompting flood advisories for multiple communities including Broad Branch and Clarksville.
BLOUNTSTOWN, FLORIDA — The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for Calhoun County early Tuesday morning as heavy thunderstorms dumped up to 2.5 inches of rain across the Florida Panhandle, triggering minor flooding in low-lying areas.
The advisory, issued at 2:36 a.m. EDT, warned of flooding caused by excessive rainfall and remained in effect until 4:30 a.m. EDT. Doppler radar detected heavy rain from thunderstorms at 1:36 a.m. CDT, with minor flooding already occurring or expected to begin shortly in the affected areas.
Areas Experiencing Flooding
Communities experiencing flooding include Broad Branch, Frink, Kinard and Clarksville. The weather service reported that between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain had fallen across the advisory area by early Tuesday morning.
Minor flooding was occurring in low-lying and poor drainage areas, with ponding of water in urban and other locations either happening or imminent, according to the National Weather Service Tallahassee office.
Safety Precautions
Residents in the affected areas were advised to exercise caution while traveling during the early morning hours. The weather service emphasized flood safety measures as water accumulated on roadways and in typically flood-prone locations.
The advisory covered a portion of Panhandle Florida, specifically targeting Calhoun County where the thunderstorm activity was most concentrated. Weather officials continued monitoring conditions throughout the early morning hours as the storm system moved through the region.
The National Weather Service reminded residents that even minor flooding can create hazardous driving conditions and urged motorists to avoid driving through flooded roadways. The agency provided flood safety information through their website to help residents stay informed about proper precautions during flooding events.
