Memphis Light, Gas and Water is on standby to assist with potential storm damage as the remnants of Hurricane Isaias are expected to impact the area this weekend.
The primary impacts from the storm will be periods of heavy rainfall and strong winds, according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.
"MLGW is watching the storm approaching the gulf coast, and we have elevated our level of preparedness in advance of anticipated impacts forecasted to hit the Mid-South on Saturday," an Oct. 8 update from MLGW said, which was shared by the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce.
NWS expects around one to three inches of rain with locally higher amounts up to four inches. NWS also estimates sustained winds between 20 and 25 mph and wind gusts up to 40
mph.
The NWS activated a flood watch in effect from 1 a.m. Oct. 10 to 7 a.m. Oct. 11. Excessive runoff might flood rivers, creeks, streams and other "low-lying and flood prone" locations, according to the NWS.
MLGW asks for residents to be prepared: 'Self-sufficient for three days'
MLGW is asking for residents to be prepared for the incoming rain and flood watch.
"While the current forecast only calls for heavy rain and some gusty winds, we want to be prepared in case it is more intense," read MLGW's statement. "This means that all MLGW crews are on standby to be available to respond over the weekend, we have extra electrical contractor and tree trimming crews also on standby to aid our crews in the event that we experience a large number of outages."
MLGW asked its customers to prepare to be self-sufficient for about three days and ensure they have a reliable amount of food, water and medicines in the event of significant damage.
The MLGW call center will be staffed to meet needs and provide information if Memphis is impacted.
Jack Armstrong covers breaking news and the environment for The Commercial Appeal. He can be reached at jack.armstrong@commercialappeal.com and followed on X @jca2902.
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