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At 104 PM CDT, the public reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain in Killen, AL and surrounding areas. Between 2 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
Hazard: Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
Source: Public reported.
Impact: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Florence, Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Rogersville, Killen, Lexington, St. Florian, Underwood-Petersville, Anderson, Center Star, Kingtown, Elgin, Green Hill, Whitehead, Ford City, Oliver, Zip City, Good Springs and Coxey.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.