Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 28 at 9:02AM EDT until July 28 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 6:02am
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
At 902 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have
fallen. 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...
Gallipolis, Oak Hill, Rio Grande, Gallia, Vernon, Waterloo, Aid,
Crown City, Adamsville, Gage, Centerpoint, Gallopolis Ferry, Ashton
and Mabee.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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:
Gallia, OH; Jackson, OH; Lawrence, OH; Cabell, WV; Mason, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: