Severe Flooding Prompts Emergency Declarations in Surry County
Intense rainfall over the weekend has led to severe flooding across Surry County, prompting officials to declare a State of Emergency. The significant amount of rain resulted in flash floods, affecting various parts of the county.
Mount Airy, in particular, experienced some of the most severe flooding seen in decades and has also issued its own State of Emergency. The Mount Airy Rescue Squad reported that it deployed all available rescue boats and vehicles on Saturday night to manage the situation.
Surry County Emergency Services has highlighted numerous road closures due to the flooding, urging travelers to exercise caution while navigating the area. The county’s official website, Surry County, provides ongoing updates and further information.
WFDD continues to monitor and report on the evolving situation.
