NWS – Heavy Rain Update – July 15, 2022

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Changes from previous update:

  • No changes

Overview:

WHAT: SLIGHT RISK of Excessive Rainfall today.

WHEN: Mainly during the afternoon/evening hours.

WHERE: Along and south of a line from Picayune to Pierre Parte.

CONFIDENCE: Moderate confidence in isolated high rainfall rates of 2-4 inches per hour.

Threats/Impacts:

For the heavy rainfall potential:

  • Rainfall rates in excess of 2-4 inches per hour are possible
  • High rainfall rates can quickly lead to ponding of water in low-lying and poor drainage areas
  • Flash flooding will be possible in some places, especially urban areas, where high rainfall rates exceed drainage capacity