Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 23 at 6:34PM EDT until September 23 at 8:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 23, 2026 - 3:34pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 634 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported flooded roadways across
the warned area. Between 3 and 6 inches of rain have fallen.
Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the
warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets, and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Julian, Woodville, and Alkol.
This includes Route 119 between mile markers 54 and 58.
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:
Boone, WV; Lincoln, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov