Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued August 11 at 3:06PM EDT until August 11 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 11, 2026 - 12:06pm
Expires:
August 11, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
FFWRLX
The National Weather Service in Charleston has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for...
Central Athens County in southeastern Ohio...
Southwestern Morgan County in southeastern Ohio...
West Central Washington County in southeastern Ohio...
* Until 615 PM EDT.
* At 306 PM EDT, Even though heavy rainfall has ended for now,
continued runoff will result in flash flooding of creeks and
streams. Additionally, thunderstorms may move back into the area
late this afternoon, further exacerbating the flooding situation.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas. This area received between 3
to 4 inches from since midnight and is particularly
vulnerable to additional heavy rainfall. People should
remain vigilant into the early evening hours for
additional rises of creeks and streams.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Chesterhill, Amesville, Bartlett and Fleming.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Athens, OH; Morgan, OH; Washington, OH
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov