Henrico officials prepare for Tropical Storm Debby's impact

A flood watch has been issued for Henrico County as Tropical Storm Debby passes through, bringing with it heavy rains and possible flash flooding. The National Weather Service forecasts as much as 3 to 5 inches of rain in Henrico and other local areas, with more possible through Friday evening. "The biggest emphasis, as always for roads related to storm safety, is drainage," said Rob Rowley, Henrico's chief of Emergency Management and Workplace Safety. "We're making sure that storm drains are open and that drainage lines and drainage routes are free of obstructions." Crews have been staging signs around low-lying...

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