Flash flood emergency issued in Atlanta; baby, 2 adults rescued on top of car
A flash flood emergency has been issued in Atlanta, where 4 to 6 inches of rain has fallen so far.
Flooding from Helene prompts water rescues in Georgia
More than 25 people have been rescued from life-threatening floodwaters in Atlanta, officials said.
Unexpected swift currents trapped a family of two adults and an infant on top of their car, and crews used a rope and a boat to help them to safety, Atlanta Fire Rescue said.
Another 1 or 2 inches of rain is possible, and the rainfall rate is expected to be 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour, the National Weather Service said.
Residents are urged to seek higher ground.
Atlanta Public Schools are closed on Friday.
Flash flood emergencies are also in effect in Asheville, North Carolina, and Clemson, South Carolina.
-ABC News' Faith Abubey