Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News

Cypress Lake Dam In Georgia At Risk Of Imminent Failure

Georgia Police Department of Public Safety

A dam located approximately 50 miles northwest of Savannah, Georgia, is currently facing a critical situation as a result of the intense rainfall brought by Tropical Storm Debby. The National Weather Service in Charleston, South Carolina, has issued a warning stating that the dam is in danger of an 'imminent failure'.

A flash flood warning has been issued for a small portion of Georgia's Bulloch County, extending through Thursday afternoon. The warning highlights the potential for 'life-threatening flash flooding' in the event of a breach at the Cypress Lake Dam. The area directly below the dam is identified as being at the highest risk for severe flooding.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.