Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued August 5 at 10:22AM EDT until August 5 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 5, 2026 - 7:22am
Expires:
August 5, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
At 1022 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated between 1.5 and 2 inches of
rain have fallen from thunderstorms earlier this morning. Flash
flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Additional heavy
rainfall is not expected.
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.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Wayne, Beech Fork State Park, and Lavalette.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Wayne, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov