Flash Flood Warning — Berkeley County, West 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 27 at 5:10PM EDT until August 27 at 8:15PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
FFWLWX The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... East Central Berkeley County in the panhandle of West Virginia... * Until 815 PM EDT. * At 510 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 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... Martinsburg, Winebrenners Cross and Arden.
Effective August 27, 2026 at 5:10 PM ET · Expires August 27, 2026 at 8:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Expires
August 27, 2026 at 8:15 PM 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Berkeley County, West 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 27, 2026 at 8:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Berkeley County?
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