Flash Flood Warning — Boone 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 5 at 8:45PM EDT until August 5 at 10:45PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
At 845 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. 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... Charleston, South Charleston, Chesapeake, Marmet, Belle, Clendenin, Coal Fork, Pinch, Elkview, Glen, Racine and Ashford. This includes the following highways... Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 96 and 103. Route 119 near mile marker 73...and between mile markers 78 and 80. West Virginia Turnpike between mile markers 86 and 95. Interstate 79 between mile markers 1 and 2...and near mile marker 5...and near mile marker 14...and between mile markers 19 and 21.
Effective August 5, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET · Expires August 5, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Charleston WV
Expires
August 5, 2026 at 10:45 PM 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. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Boone 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 (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 5, 2026 at 10:45 PM ET.
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