Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 8 at 5:45PM EDT until July 8 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 2:45pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
FFWRLX
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
East Central Pocahontas County in northeastern West Virginia...
* Until 845 PM EDT.
* At 545 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a nearly stationary
thunderstorm producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2
and 4 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2
to 4 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches
are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or
expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by a nearly stationary thunderstorm.
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...
Green Bank and Arbovale.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Pocahontas, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: