Toombs County drivers should be on alert for minor road flooding and potential road damage following heavy rainfall. Officials are urging the community to drive slowly and with caution, as several roadways have been weakened by floodwaters.
Just The Facts: As of 10:45 p.m. on November 7:
• Minor flooding is still present on some Toombs County roads, with conditions expected to improve by morning if the weather stays dry.
• The Toombs County Sheriff’s Office and Road Department are prioritizing assessments of road damage and are preparing a repair plan.
• Drivers are advised to reduce speed, as roads that may look normal could still be unsafe.
The Details: Flooding has weakened the edges and shoulders of paved roads, especially near drainage pipes and bridges, where water can erode the ground under and around roadways.
Dirt roads in particular are in poor condition, with mud and washouts making travel difficult or impossible. The Road Department is focusing on making washed-out areas passable until conditions improve.
To report safety hazards, residents can call the non-emergency number at 912-526-9292.
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B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist with 25-years experience in journalism. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is the publisher of The Georgia Sun and a fifth-generation Georgian.
