Richmond, Virginia – Heavy rain and flash flooding could impact much of Virginia through Sunday night as multiple rounds of thunderstorms roll across the Mid-Atlantic.
According to the National Weather Service’s Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center, rainfall totals between 3 and 5 inches are possible across central and southern Virginia, with locally higher amounts. Repeated downpours may overwhelm low-lying areas and drainage systems, especially in flood-prone communities like Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Richmond.
Parts of Maryland and West Virginia could also see elevated rainfall, though the heaviest bands are expected to concentrate over Virginia and the southern Shenandoah Valley. Storms may redevelop daily through Sunday, increasing the risk of localized flash flooding, especially along Route 29 and Interstate 64 corridors.
Emergency officials recommend avoiding flood-prone roads, charging electronic devices in advance, and preparing for potential detours or power outages. Though river flooding is not expected yet, rising soil saturation means runoff will increase with each storm cell.
Additional watches and warnings could be issued this weekend as conditions evolve.
