The National Weather Service says thunderstorms are producing heavy rains across Cumberland County.
10:15 p.m.: Flash flood warning issued for Cumberland
The National Weather Service in Raleigh issued a flash flood warning for Cumberland, Hoke, Sampson and Scotland counties on Wednesday night until 3:45 a.m. Thursday.
Where's Debby?
The National Weather Serviceās latest weather models indicated rain bands ahead of Tropical Storm Debby arriving in Fayetteville by about midnight Thursday, with greatest rainfall anticipated between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m.
Local preparations
Cumberland County is opening five emergency shelters and urges residents to prepare for possible flooding as the storm approaches, with states of emergency declared in several areas.
Latest on its impacts in the Fayetteville area
Tropical Storm Debby is forecast to impact the Fayetteville area primarily between late Wednesday night and Friday morning, with heavy rain expected to cause flash flooding.
