Flash Flood Warning — Wayne County, Missouri
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 20 at 12:31AM CDT until August 20 at 6:30AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
FFWPAH The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Bollinger County in southeastern Missouri... Wayne County in southeastern Missouri... * Until 630 AM CDT. * At 1231 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 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. 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... Piedmont, Greenville, Sam A. Baker State Park, Shook, Lodi, Cascade, Mill Spring and Zalma.
Effective August 20, 2026 at 1:31 AM ET · Expires August 20, 2026 at 7:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Paducah KY
Expires
August 20, 2026 at 7:30 AM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Also In Effect For
This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
Other Active Alerts in Missouri
Flood Advisory
Flash Flood Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Wayne County, Missouri?
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 (just now). It's set to expire August 20, 2026 at 7:30 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Wayne County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Bollinger County.