Flash Flood Warning — Worcester County, Massachusetts
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 3 at 8:01AM EDT until August 3 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA
At 801 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 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. 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... Lowell, Leominster, Fitchburg, Chelmsford, Dracut, Westford, Gardner, Holden, Athol, Pepperell, Tyngsborough, Groton, Winchendon, Lunenburg, Townsend, Littleton, Lancaster, Templeton, Rutland and Sterling.
Effective August 3, 2026 at 8:01 AM ET · Expires August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Boston/Norton MA
Expires
August 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM 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.
Also In Effect For
This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Worcester County, Massachusetts?
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 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Worcester County?
Download StormCast free on Google Play and set Worcester County, Massachusetts as one of your monitored locations. StormCast checks the NWS feed continuously and pushes alerts like this directly to your phone — even with the screen off.
What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Middlesex County.