Help pours into Alstead (NH), but residents still in shock

[MaineDem]

ALSTEAD, N.H. — Gov. John Lynch said Wednesday he is encouraged by progress restoring power and getting help to flood-ravaged southwestern New Hampshire, but said two more people might be missing and rain in the forecast could very likely lead to new flooding.

"We´re in a very volatile weather pattern right now and we could be seeing upwards of 5 to 7 inches of rain in various parts of New Hampshire," Lynch said by telephone as he left Concord for Alstead.

Rain began falling Wednesday morning in the Keene-Alstead area, and the National Weather Service said there could be another 3 to 6 inches in the next several days. Flood watches were announced for several areas.

Forecasters said the outlook was serious.

http://news.mainetoday.com/apwire/D8D6HNC80-284.shtml

Here are some pictures of the flooding at NH International Speedway in Loudon.
http://www.neviperclub.org/images/nhisflood/

[MADem]

1. Six inches of rain, wow, what a mess

But hey, there's no climate change going on, is there...

[ken_g]

3. And besides, signing that Kyoto thingy would ruin the economy

[mainegreen]

2. When that much rain falls in the mountains

It all runs into the valleys. I feel terrible for these people. We've seen enough flooding lately.

Good luck to all you neighbors!