Published on: February 27, 2009 at 2:23 PM

A flash flood warning has been issued for Bibb, Jefferson and Shelby Counties.

Widespread rainfall amounts of 1.5 to 2.5 inches have already fallen across these counties, and several more inches of rain is likely as rain and storms train across the same areas this afternoon and tonight.

If you live near streams that are prone to flooding, be prepared to protect life and property.

Don’t drive or wade into standing or flowing water.

Turn around, don’t drown.