Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 23 at 10:33PM EDT until September 23 at 11:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 23, 2026 - 7:33pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 1033 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rainfall produced by
thunderstorms earlier this evening across the warned area. Between
1.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts
up to 0.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges.
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