Flood Warning — Calhoun County, West Virginia
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 7 at 11:27PM EDT until August 8 at 5:30AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southern Roane County in central West Virginia... South Central Calhoun County in north central West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 530 AM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1127 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Amma, Looneyville, Left Hand, Tariff and Walton. - This includes Interstate 79 between mile markers 23 and 33. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 7, 2026 at 11:27 PM ET · Expires August 8, 2026 at 5:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Charleston WV
Expires
August 8, 2026 at 5:30 AM ET
Last Checked
1 hour 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. 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 Flood Warning mean for Calhoun County, West 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 (1 hour ago). It's set to expire August 8, 2026 at 5:30 AM ET.
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