Flash Floods Surge in Western NC | Winston–Salem News

Flash floods are slamming Western Surry County and parts of North Carolina after torrential downpours dumped 2 to 4 inches — and in some spots, up to 10 inches — in minutes, overwhelming dry ground and sending rivers and creeks roaring overbank. The Mitchell River and Big Elkin Creek are surging toward Elkin, roads are submerged, and officials are urging everyone to stay out of flooded areas — even as rain eases in some zones. Flash Flood Warnings expired in Surry, Wilkes, and Alleghany, but a Flash Flood Watch remains active until 8 p.m. for the mountains and foothills. This is a brutal reminder: after dry spells, rain can turn deadly fast — stay alert and heed the warnings. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e5fe92fce0631e36