Flooding of the Kinchafoonee, Muckalee Creeks in Lee Co. and Flint River in Albany

LEESBURG, Ga. – The severe weather is out of our area for the time being, but another concern is quite literally rising.

And, that’s because since Sunday, Leesburg residents have been dealing with flooding from the likes of the Kinchafoonee Creek.

Now, I’m gonna step out of the shot here for just a moment to show how much flooding we’re seeing here at Sutton’s Landing.

But, it’s not just at this small boat ramp that we’re seeing impacts, as roads in Leesburg neighborhoods are closed off due to flooding…

And, even in downtown Albany, the Flint River has swelled up to where city workers are once again blocking off areas along the Flint River like Front Street.

We got an update from the National Weather Service, and as of right now, the Kinchafoonee Creek is at a nearly 17 foot crest, and isn’t expected to fall below the flood stage until Wednesday afternoon.

Meanwhile, the Flint River is expected to reach its crest of nearly 30 feet by Wednesday evening.

I met with the Albany Fire Department (AFD) late this afternoon and while they were unable to speak with us at this time, they are still advising that for the next couple of days anyone on the banks of the river or creeks exercise caution.

Brian Roche reporting.

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