Heavy rain and thunderstorms Wednesday morning kept emergency officials in White County busy. At least two homeowners reported lightning strikes and excessive rainfall in downtown Cleveland flooded some streets.
Flooding made the roads nearly impassable for drivers on South Main Street between Knights Inn and Burger King and on Quillian Street, behind Burger King. Firefighters and police blocked the road until the flood waters receded.
More rain is expected throughout Wednesday morning and motorists are urged to drive cautiously and watch out for flooded areas and debris in the roadway.
Rainfall should ease up during the afternoon hours, but more flooding is possible with the runoff of the heavy rain.
