Flash Flood Warning — Howard County, Arkansas
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 8 at 12:55PM CDT until August 8 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
FFWSHV The National Weather Service in Shreveport has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... East Central Howard County in southwestern Arkansas... * Until 200 PM CDT. * At 1255 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. 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... Corinth and Center Point.
Effective August 8, 2026 at 1:55 PM ET · Expires August 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Shreveport LA
Expires
August 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Howard County, Arkansas?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 8, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET.
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