Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 6 at 6:27PM EDT until July 6 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 6, 2026 - 3:27pm
Expires:
July 6, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 627 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have
fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is
expected. 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...
Barboursville, Milton, Ona, Green Bottom, and Pea Ridge.
This includes Interstate 64 in West Virginia between mile markers 15
and 27.
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:
Cabell, WV; Mason, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: