The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory at 3:16 p.m. on Friday in effect until 5:15 p.m. for Albany County.

The weather service comments, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected."

"Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," adds the weather service. "Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles."

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Flash flood warning: Take action!

A flash flood warning is issued when a flash flood is imminent or occurring. If you are in a flood-prone area, move immediately to high ground. A flash flood is a sudden violent flood that can take from minutes to hours to develop. It is even possible to experience a flash flood in areas not

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