Flash Flood Warning Issued for Russell, Scott and Washington Counties in Virginia
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for Russell, Scott and Washington Counties in Virginia.
Flash Flood Warning
The warning was issued at 3:57 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:00 PM 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. 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. Abingdon, Glade Spring, Lindell, Holston, Emory-Meadowview, Hansonville, Castlewood and Konnarock. This includes Interstate 81 in Virginia between mile markers 17 and 34
Areas Affected
The warning covers Russell, Scott and Washington Counties in Virginia.
Safety Information
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
