Atlanta highway turns into river during sudden flash flood | FOX 5 News [bHfpb6Cdb1Q]

Health Updated on August 09, 2026 EDT — Published on August 09, 2026 EDT

The Downtown Connector at the Baker Street overpass was completely paralyzed Wednesday evening after sudden storm cells dumped torrential rain on the city. Sped-up footage reveals how water rose within two minutes due to drains heavily clogged with debris. First responders urge motorists to never risk driving through standing water.