June 26, 2006
Heavy flow
The heavy rains we were warned about finally got here last night. It poured in Roanoke all night. The region's rivers are howling.
Here are some figures: Roanoke River flow in Roanoke: 1,020 cfs; median: 125 cfs. James River at Lick Run: 17,000 cfs; median: 648 cfs. In short, big rivers are pretty much blown out for anyone but expert paddlers. Creeks are another story, and could be good for a few days depending on where the expected storms dump more rain.
Meanwhile, water was flowing in the sports department office here at The Roanoke Times. My computer is one of the few in here that isn't covered by a plastic bag to protect it from roof leaks. The floor is soaked. We have a dehumidifier running full blast but I think it's going to smell pretty rank in here in a couple of days.
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