Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued October 2 at 8:17PM EDT until October 2 at 9:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 2, 2026 - 5:17pm
Expires:
October 2, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 817 PM EDT, the public reported minor flooding along Warrior Mine
Rd near Warriormine. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen.
Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible in the
warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Public reported.
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...
War, Bradshaw and Cucumber.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
McDowell, WV
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov