Significant flooding in Etowah County, Sheriff’s Office says don’t try to drive

Etowah County is currently experiencing what the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) describes as significant flooding. All drivers are being asked to use extreme caution and to try and steer clear of the flooded roads.

ECSO provided safety guidelines on social media to help people keep safe:

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Turn Around, Don’t Drown: Just a few inches of rapidly moving water is enough to take your car off the road. Never try to drive through standing water.Do Not Bypass Barriers: Road closure signs and barricades are put up for your safety. Do not drive around them.Expect Hidden Hazards: Standing water can cloak washed-out pavelemt, fallen trees, dagerous debris and large potholes in its depths. Proceed with caution.Turn on Your Headlights: It can be hard to see one another with the lights down low. Turn on your headlights to help other drivers see you in heavy rain and low-visibility conditions.