The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a
* Flood Advisory for Rapid Rises for…
A Dam Floodgate Release in…
East central Etowah County in northeastern Alabama…
West central Cherokee County in northeastern Alabama…
* Until 645 AM CST Wednesday.
* Flooding may occur along portions of the upper Coosa River as a result from an upstream floodgate release at Weiss Lake Dam.
In coordination with Alabama Power, a flood advisory has been issued for upper portions of the Coosa River. Expect increased river levels from Weiss Lake Dam to Gadsden to begin this evening and continuing through next week. This could lead to additional flooding of secondary roads and low-lying areas along the Coosa River. Parks and campgrounds along the river may also be impacted.
