Flood Warning — Wilkes County, North Carolina
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 2 at 10:54PM EDT until August 3 at 2:45AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northwest North Carolina, including the following counties, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes. * WHEN...Until 245 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1053 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported heavy rain and flooding in the warned area due to thunderstorms. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Laurel Fork, Clear Branch, Elk Creek, Dugger Creek, Left Prong Stony Fork, Flat Branch, Craborchard Creek, Beaver Creek, Grassy Creek, Call Creek, Little Dugger Creek, Fall Creek, Dutch Creek and Brushy Fork. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Boone, West Jefferson, Blowing Rock, Deep Gap, Todd, Foscoe and Wilbar. - http://www.weather.gov/safe
Effective August 2, 2026 at 10:54 PM ET · Expires August 3, 2026 at 2:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Blacksburg VA
Expires
August 3, 2026 at 2:45 AM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service Blacksburg Facebook page and on X.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Wilkes County, North Carolina?
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Is this 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 2:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Wilkes County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Ashe County, Watauga County.