Flood Warning — Mason County, West Virginia
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 16 at 2:06PM EDT until August 16 at 8:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Central Gallia County in southeastern Ohio... Southern Jackson County in southeastern Ohio... Northern Lawrence County in southeastern Ohio... Northwestern Mason County in western West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 815 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 206 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Gallipolis, Oak Hill, Rio Grande, Gallia, Adamsville, Centerpoint, Gage, Mabee and Petersburg. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 16, 2026 at 2:06 PM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Charleston WV
Expires
August 16, 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. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Also In Effect For
This same Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Mason 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 (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 8:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Mason County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Jackson County, Gallia County, Lawrence County.