Flood Warning — Randolph 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 11:53AM EDT until August 16 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southeastern Barbour County in northeastern West Virginia... Northeastern Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... * WHEN...Until 615 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1152 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms had previously fallen. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area. Between 2.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Philippi, Belington, Montrose, Harman, Kerens, Nestorville and Dryfork. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 16, 2026 at 11:53 AM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Charleston WV
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 6:15 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. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Randolph 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 minute ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET.
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