DeKalb residents are contending with torrential rains and strong winds, like most of metro Atlanta.
Dunwoody had picked up about 5 inches of rain Friday morning, according to Channel 2 Action News meteorologists. DeKalb has received more than three inches of rain, according to county officials.
That also means a rise in water levels at nearby creeks and rivers in the county. The National Weather Service issued flood warnings Friday for several DeKalb creeks.
The county has opened its emergency operations center to monitor flooding conditions.
Here is a list of creeks and rivers affected by the flooding:
Intrenchment Creek, in southwest DeKalb County near Gresham Park
At 8 a.m., the creek was at 10.8 feet and rising. The flood stage is 11 feet.
Nancy Creek, northern DeKalb County
At 9 a.m., the creek was at 16.1 feet and rising. The flooding stage is 16 feet.
North Fork Peachtree Creek, Chamblee and Brookhaven
By 8 a.m., the creek was at 13.4 feet and rising. The flooding stage is 13 feet.
Snapfinger Creek, in central DeKalb County
At 10 a.m. the creek was at 11.8 feet and rising. The flooding stage is 12 feet.
South Fork Peachtree Cree, in the Druid Hills area
At 10 a.m., the creek was at 13.1 feet and rising, The flooding stage is 13 feet.
Yellow River, near Stonecrest and Lithonia
At 10 a.m., the river was at 13.1 feet and rising. The flooding stage is 13 feet.
DeKalb County Emergency Management warned residents not to enter drive or walk through flood waters.
According to Channel 2 Action News, this first round of rain will gradually clear Friday afternoon. Another round of rain will move in overnight Saturday but will be weak and produce minimal rainfall, said Channel 2's Katie Walls.
Any sanitary sewer overflows should be immediately reported to 770-270-6243. Downed trees should be reported to 678-406-7929.
The county also offered these tips to keep safe during flooding:
• Be aware that trees can fall during significant rain events.
• If you come across a flooded roadway, “turn around, don’t drown.” A foot of water can stall and sweep vehicles away.
• When driving, turn on headlights and slow down.
• Beware of hydroplaning. Only one-twelfth of an inch of rain on the road and a speed of more than 35 miles per hour can cause a vehicle to hydroplane.
• Do not walk through flooded areas. Six inches of water can knock adults off of their feet.
• Beware of flood prone areas. Keep pets secure and safe from flood prone areas and high water levels.
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