Feb. 6. Bailey Road is flooded at the bike trail.  Police were on the scene at 1 pm. Meanwhile, the Town Board has moved its 5 pm strategic planning session from Jetton Park to Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public and will be go on  as planned as long as power outages do not occur and roadways stay clear.

More storms are expected this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Reports of 4-6 inches of rain to the west could be an indication of more flooding to come.

This afternoon: “Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could be severe. Patchy fog between 3pm and 4pm. High near 67. South southwest wind 15 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.”

Tonight
“Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 1am, then showers likely. Low around 47. South southwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.”

CMS remains open

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools issued this statement: “It is safer for students to remain at school for the entire school day. For this reason CMS schools will not dismiss early. However, all after school activities, including sports, practices and other events, as well as community use of schools, will be cancelled.”