Flash Flood Warning — Bedford County, Virginia
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 8:14PM EDT until August 4 at 12:45AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
At 814 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. 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. 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... Lynchburg... Bedford... Glasgow... Big Island... Forest... Montvale... Sedalia... This includes the following streams and drainages... Bold Branch, Back Creek, Big Otter River and Back Run.
Effective August 3, 2026 at 8:14 PM ET · Expires August 4, 2026 at 12:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Blacksburg VA
Expires
August 4, 2026 at 12:45 AM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. 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 Flash Flood Warning mean for Bedford County, Virginia?
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 (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 4, 2026 at 12:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Bedford County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Botetourt County, Amherst County, Rockbridge County.