This email alert from my fair city explains why I had to ford streams that had overtaken the bike path this morning. At least I didn't have to portage.
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for the City of Alexandria and the entire Washington metropolitan region until 11:15 a.m. Heavy rains throughout the night have caused 2-3 inches of water to accummulate in various parts of the warning area. An additional 1-2 inches of rain is expected until 11:15 a.m. today. High waters may be on the roadways and in low lying areas. Residents are urged to use caution when driving and do not drive through high waters.It also explains why I should check my email before I bike in to work. This wouldn't have stopped me from biking--that's just crazy talk--but at least I would have known to wear my flippers and snorkel.
I am glad to hear water would not stop you. I have waded through deeper water than a few inches on my velocipede. I usually take my swimsuit and towel on the bike too.
ReplyDeleteHm. You sound better prepared for such affairs than I do. All I have is my work clothes and lunch.
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