Heavy weekend rain could trigger flooding across metro Atlanta – CBS News

Heavy weekend rain could trigger flooding across metro Atlanta  CBS News

Scattered showers are expected to move into the area on Saturday, ahead of a period of heavier downpours forecast for Sunday. The progression from Saturday showers to Sunday’s heavier rain places the greatest rainfall concern later in the weekend. The forecast covers metro Atlanta as well as north Georgia, where totals could range from 1 to 2 inches. Those projected amounts represent the rainfall expected during the weekend period, with heavier downpours arriving after the initial scattered showers. Rainfall in that range could create a risk of localized flooding and flash flooding across the forecast area.

The flooding risk is tied to the expected rainfall, including the heavier Sunday downpours, rather than to Saturday’s scattered showers alone. Localized flooding could affect particular areas, while flash flooding is also identified as a potential concern. The forecast therefore identifies both the expected timing of the rain and the possible flooding hazards: scattered showers Saturday, heavier downpours Sunday, and 1 to 2 inches of rain in metro Atlanta and north Georgia in total.