Flash Flood Warning — King and Queen 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 28 at 7:25PM EDT until August 28 at 9:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
FFWAKQ The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern King and Queen County in east central Virginia... Southwestern Middlesex County in eastern Virginia... Northwestern Gloucester County in southeastern Virginia... * Until 930 PM EDT. * At 725 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches 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... Urbanna, Saluda, Glenns, Cooper and Clancie.
Effective August 28, 2026 at 7:25 PM ET · Expires August 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Wakefield VA
Expires
August 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Last Checked
2 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report flooding by calling 757-899-2415, posting to the NWS Wakefield Facebook page, or using X @NWSWAKEFIELDVA.
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 King and Queen 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 hours ago). It's set to expire August 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for King and Queen County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Middlesex County.