Weather Issues in Wilkes Over the Weekend

Weather presented several problems in Wilkes over the weekend. Reportedly, Western sections of the county received over 7 inches of rain. Mt Pleasant and Wilbar fire departments helped people who needed to leave their homes due to rising flood waters. There were numerous reports of downed trees and mudslides blocking road all across Wilkes. Rescue workers were called out Saturday night and worked throughout the day Sunday to clear roads.