West Virginia Severe Flood Warning | Effective 09/23/2026 17:18

Headline: 
Flood Warning issued September 23 at 8:18PM EDT until September 24 at 1:15AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Flood Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 23, 2026 - 5:18pm
Expires: 
September 23, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Northwestern Boone County in central West Virginia... East 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 occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 817 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported flooded roadways in the warned area due to thunderstorms earlier this evening. Flooding is ongoing. Between 3 and 7 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Julian, Woodville, and Alkol. - This includes Route 119 between mile markers 54 and 58. - 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: 
Boone, WV; Lincoln, WV
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov