10/09/2026
A FLOOD WATCH has been issued for Haywood County
Haywood County Emergency Services is closely monitoring the weather. The Outdoor Flood Alert Siren system is ready if needed. If significant flooding occurs, here is what you need to know:
* Sirens will sound if flooding is observed by a first responder or if the National Weather Service issues its highest level of Flash Flood Warning.
* The sirens make a distinctive HI-LO sound, which will be followed by a spoken message instructing you to evacuate.
* If the flood siren is activated, the tones and messages will cycle on repeat for 5 minutes.
* Any siren activation will also include an emergency alert sent to your phone, which may include additional instructions.
* Don’t wait for the phone message, though. If you hear the siren, evacuate IMMEDIATELY.
* Do not hesitate. Take loved ones, including pets; take your phone, and if it’s handy, take your emergency kit and leave on foot.
* Do NOT get in a vehicle to evacuate.
* If the siren is activated, it is too late to safely leave by car.
*Climb to higher ground and stay there until flood water recedes or until help arrives.
* The sirens are a last-resort warning. Pay close attention to the weather. Evacuate early if you feel more comfortable doing so.
Visit ReadyHaywood.com to hear an example of the siren tone.
