Flash Flood Warning — Claiborne County, Tennessee
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 14 at 1:18AM EDT until August 14 at 3:15AM EDT by NWS Morristown TN
FFWMRX The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northeastern Claiborne County in east Tennessee... Southwestern Lee County in southwestern Virginia... * Until 315 AM EDT. * At 118 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 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... Tazewell, Harrogate, Arthur, Powell River Preserve and Cumberland Gap.
Effective August 14, 2026 at 1:18 AM ET · Expires August 14, 2026 at 3:15 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Morristown TN
Expires
August 14, 2026 at 3:15 AM ET
Last Checked
24 minutes ago
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:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Claiborne County, Tennessee?
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 (24 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 14, 2026 at 3:15 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Claiborne County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Lee County.