Flood Advisory — Polk County, Tennessee
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued August 4 at 8:01PM EDT until August 4 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Polk County in east Tennessee... * WHEN...Until 900 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 801 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Ducktown, William L. Davenport Refuge, Archville, Turtletown, Big Frog Mountain and Copperhill. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 4, 2026 at 8:01 PM ET · Expires August 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Advisory
Severity
minor
Issued By
NWS Morristown TN
Expires
August 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Advisory mean for Polk County, Tennessee?
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Is this Flood Advisory currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Advisory alerts for Polk County?
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