Headline:
Flood Watch issued September 4 at 4:01PM EDT until September 5 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 4, 2026 - 1:01pm
Expires:
September 4, 2026 - 9:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northern West Virginia, including the
following areas, Eastern Preston, Marion, Monongalia, Preston and
Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston.
* WHEN...Through Saturday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Additional rounds of thunderstorms are expected through this
afternoon that could produce heavy rainfall. Hourly rates of 1-2
inches per hour could produce areas of flash flooding,
particularly in already saturated areas and locations that
receive multiple thunderstorms.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Area Description:
Marion; Monongalia; Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston; Preston; Eastern Preston
Forcast Office:
NWS Pittsburgh PA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov