Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 23 at 9:43PM EDT until September 23 at 11:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 23, 2026 - 6:43pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 943 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in
the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
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...
Chesapeake, Marmet, Belle, Cedar Grove, East Bank, Glasgow, Pratt,
Coal Fork, Handley, and Sharon.
This includes West Virginia Turnpike between mile markers 79 and 90.
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.
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:
Kanawha, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov