Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 26 at 4:02AM EDT until September 26 at 5:15AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 26, 2024 - 1:02am
Expires:
September 26, 2024 - 2:15am
Description:
At 402 AM EDT, gauge reports indicated Mechums River at White Hall
has risen rapidly out of its banks. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain
have fallen. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Gauges reported.
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...
Free Union... Ivy...
Earlysville... Flordon...
Boonesville...
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.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Albemarle, VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC