Headline:
Flood Warning issued September 24 at 2:11PM EDT until September 25 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 11:11am
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Central Gallia County in southeastern Ohio...
Southeastern Vinton County in southeastern Ohio...
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT Tonight.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads
remain closed due to flooding. Low-water crossings are inundated
with water and may not be passable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 211 PM EDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in the
warned area due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected
to begin shortly.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Rio Grande, Vinton, Wilkesville, Adamsville and Radcliffe.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become
unstable and unsafe.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Gallia, OH; Vinton, OH
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov