Flash Flood Warning Issued in Alleghany and Bath, Virginia

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Alleghany and Bath Counties in Virginia.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 11:24 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 2:30 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 1.5 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in 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. Clifton Forge, Hot Springs, Warm Springs, Millboro, Iron Gate, Douthat State Park and Ingalls Field. This includes the following streams and drainages. Claylick Run, Blue Suck Branch, Cedar Creek, Cabin Creek, Cowpasture River, Chimney Run and Back Creek

Areas Affected

The warning covers Alleghany and Bath Counties in Virginia.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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. When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather Service by calling toll…