Flash Flood Warning Issued in Braxton, Gilmer and Ritchie, West Virginia

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Braxton, Gilmer and Ritchie Counties in West Virginia.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 1:52 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 6:45 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential 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. Glenville, Cedar Creek State Park, Sand Fork, Auburn, Cedarville, Tanner, Normantown, Newberne, Coxs Mills, Troy, Burnt House, Shock and Exchange

Areas Affected

The warning covers Braxton, Gilmer and Ritchie Counties in West Virginia.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report flooding to the by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.