Flood Warning — City of Petersburg County, Virginia
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 4 at 8:44PM EDT until August 5 at 3:45AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southeastern Chesterfield County in central Virginia... Southern Henrico County in central Virginia... The City of Colonial Heights in central Virginia... West Central Charles City County in east central Virginia... Northwestern Prince George County in south central Virginia... The City of Hopewell in south central Virginia... The Northwestern City of Petersburg in south central Virginia... * WHEN...Until 345 AM EDT Wednesday. * 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 841 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported flooding across Hopewell. Flooding is already occurring. Between 4 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Hopewell, Colonial Heights, Fort Lee, Virginia State University, Chester, Ettrick, Meadowville, B
Effective August 4, 2026 at 8:44 PM ET · Expires August 5, 2026 at 3:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Wakefield VA
Expires
August 5, 2026 at 3:45 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. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for City of Petersburg County, Virginia?
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 (just now). It's set to expire August 5, 2026 at 3:45 AM ET.
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for City of Colonial Heights County, City of Hopewell County.