Beryl causes possible flooding in the southeast region

(KBSI) – Active weather is expected in the next 24 to 48 hours over the southeast region. Experts from the National Weather Service of Paducah go into detail about what to expect with these storms and what is causing the uptick.

Derrick Snyder’s team with the National Weather Service in Paducah has kept a steady eye on tropical storm Beryl in Houston, Texas. Those experts say regions north of Houston may now be feeling those after effects.

“We’re dealing with the remnants of tropical storm Beryl. Beryl made landfall near Houston just south of Houston. Now that circulation associated with that tropical system will be moving to the north and northeast,” said Synder. “We’re looking at a couple of things that we’re concerned about. First, is the potential for heavy rainfall and flash flooding. These tropical systems can bring very heavy rainfall rates. So you can get a quick inch of rain in a short amount of time.”

Additionally, experts point out the potential of overflowing streams and overwhelmed drainage systems. Along with these predictions are rising rivers, where tropical storms can be prone to adding a severe effect.

There are two things the lead to concerns for Snyder’s team. Big rivers like the Mississippi; where minor-stage flooding can occur, starting by towns like Cape Girardeau and Thebes, going up to Chester.

“The river is starting to crest right now. So, if you add in a bunch of extra rain; it could one, make the river start to go back up a little bit or it could prolong the time that the rivers and floods stage. So when we see minor level flooding on the Mississippi river, we’re talking about river bottom lands, farm lands, low line roads being flooded with the rivers,” said Snyder.

He says his number two concern has to do with the streams, within the bootheel, that have the potential to travel down hills and into currents. He advises vacation goers and campers to stay vigilant the next couple of days.

“People might be camping near the river or something like that or planning a float trip or something like that. So, they really need to be vigilant and be aware of rising rivers. And if the see the water starting to come up really quickly, they need to get to higher ground immediately to prevent getting swept away,” he warned.

According to professionals; its only the beginning when it comes to hurricane season and southeast regions feeling the effects, but now is the time to ensure your safety.

However, Snyder says on a lighter note, “We should start to see improvement as we get into the first part of the day on Wednesday as it exits the region.”

Experts suggest everyone in the southeast region to stay alert these next few days, in the event of severe weather rapidly forming during hurricane season.

Either stay indoors or on higher grounds.