Flash Flood Warning — Roanoke 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 September 12 at 10:42PM EDT until September 13 at 1:45AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
FFWRNK The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Roanoke County in west central Virginia... * Until 145 AM EDT. * At 1042 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Up to 2 inches of rain have fallen since 10pm. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 4 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts up to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly, especially along Back Creek. 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... Roanoke Mountain, Clearbrook and Cave Spring. This includes the following streams and drainages... Murray Run, Roanoke River, North Fork Gills Creek, Gum Sp
Effective September 12, 2026 at 10:42 PM ET · Expires September 13, 2026 at 1:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Blacksburg VA
Expires
September 13, 2026 at 1:45 AM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
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. 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 Roanoke 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 (1 minute ago). It's set to expire September 13, 2026 at 1:45 AM ET.
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