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North Fulton Under Flash Flood Warning

The warning is in effect until 8:15 p.m.

North Fulton County is under a flash flood warning until 8:15 p.m., according to an afternoon bulletin from the National Weather Service in Peachtree City.

"Widespread 2 to 3 inches of rain have fallen across the area primarily in a general line from just north of Milton to just southwest of Blairsville," according to the bulletin.

The National Weather Service urges people to take the following precautions:

  • Do not attempt to cross water-covered bridges, dips or low-water crossings.
  • Never try to to cross flowing stream—even a small one—on foot.
  • To escape rising water, move up to higher ground.

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