Headline:
Flood Warning issued September 23 at 8:15PM EDT until September 24 at 1:15AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 23, 2026 - 5:15pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Central Lincoln County in central West Virginia...
* WHEN...Until 115 AM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water
crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 814 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly
in the warned area. Between 2.5 and 4 inches of rain have fallen.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Spurlockville, Ranger, Harts, Palermo, Sweetland, and Alkol.
- 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.
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:
Lincoln, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov