Hurricane Tracker Shows Isaias Leaves Four Dead With Flood Warnings From North Carolina to California
The hurricane tracker shows post-tropical cyclone Isaias has caused at least four deaths while drenching the southeastern United States with heavy rain that triggered multiple flood warnings and flash flood warnings from North Carolina to California. Four people died in the southeastern United States as Isaias moved northward after landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast. [3] A Flood Warning remains in effect for the Broad River in Cleveland County, North Carolina, due to 4 to 6 inches of storm total rainfall. [1] Flooding from excessive rainfall is occurring or imminent in Henderson County and eastern Transylvania County, North Carolina, until 1115 AM EDT. [2] A Flash Flood Warning is active for southeastern Buncombe County, eastern Henderson County, Polk County, northwestern Rutherford County in western North Carolina and parts of upstate South Carolina until 1100 AM EDT. [5] A Flash Flood Warning was issued for Riverside, California, after 0.75 to 1.5 inches of rain fell with rates of 0.5 to 1 inch per hour. [4]
Isaias Death Toll and Path
Four people died in the southeastern United States as post-tropical cyclone Isaias moved northward after landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast. [3] The deaths occurred as the system threatened flooding and tornado risks while advancing through the region. [3] Post-tropical cyclone Isaias continued its northward track following its arrival on Florida's Gulf Coast. [3] The hurricane tracker has tracked these developments as the remnants produced widespread heavy rain across multiple states. Residents in affected areas monitored updates closely as the system progressed. The path after Florida landfall aligned with ongoing flood concerns in the Carolinas and beyond. [3]
Flood Warning for Broad River in Cleveland County
The Flood Warning is extended for the Broad River in Cleveland County, North Carolina. [1] Heavy tropical showers will taper off across the Broad River basin this morning. [1] Runoff from widespread 4 to 6 inches of storm total rainfall will cause flooding along the Broad River. [1] Interests all along the Broad River, even as far upstream as Bat Cave, are urged to monitor river levels and take appropriate action. [1] The warning affects Cleveland County specifically at the Broad River above Sandy Run Creek, 3 SSW Boiling Springs. [1] River levels require ongoing observation due to the accumulated rainfall totals reported in the basin. [1] Authorities emphasize preparedness for those living near the waterway as runoff continues to move downstream. [1]
Ongoing Flooding in Henderson and Transylvania Counties
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in Henderson County in western North Carolina and eastern Transylvania County in western North Carolina. [2] The conditions persist until 1115 AM EDT. [2] Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. [2] At 517 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain has recently departed Transylvania and most of Henderson County. [2] Flooding is ongoing or expected to continue in the warned zones. [2] Residents should remain alert for rising waters in creeks and low areas throughout the period. [2] Radar observations confirm the departure of the main rain band while residual effects linger. [2]
Flash Flood Warning Across Western North Carolina and South Carolina
The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a Flash Flood Warning for southeastern Buncombe County in western North Carolina, eastern Henderson County in western North Carolina, Polk County in western North Carolina, northwestern Rutherford County in western North Carolina, northeastern Greenville County in upstate South Carolina, and northwestern Spartanburg County in upstate South Carolina. [5] The warning remains in effect until 1100 AM EDT. [5] At 511 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned area. [5] The hurricane tracker continues to monitor these multi-county conditions as radar-indicated rainfall sustains the threat. [5] Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses remains possible. [5] Motorists and residents in the listed counties are advised to avoid flooded roadways during the active period. [5]
Flash Flooding Reported in Riverside, California
At 218 AM PDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned area in Riverside, California. [4] Between 0.75 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. [4] The expected rainfall rate is 0.5 to 1 inch in 1 hour. [4] Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. [4] Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. [4] The hazard involves flash flooding caused by heavy rain with radar as the source. [4] Impacts include flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses. [4] The separate warning highlights rainfall extending the overall pattern noted by the hurricane tracker. [4]
What to watch next: Continued monitoring of river levels along the Broad River and residual flooding in Henderson and Transylvania counties remains essential as warnings stay active through the morning hours.
