Charleston, WV – A Flood Watch remains in effect through Monday morning as heavy rain poses a flash flood risk across portions of West Virginia, Kentucky, and Ohio. The National Weather Service is warning that excessive rainfall could lead to flash flooding in multiple areas, especially along rivers, creeks, and low-lying regions.
According to the National Weather Service, counties at risk include Boyd, Carter, Greenup, and Lawrence in Kentucky, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton, and Washington in Ohio, and Boone, Cabell, Jackson WV, Kanawha, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Putnam, Roane, Wayne, Wirt, and Wood in West Virginia.
Impacts include the potential for rapid runoff, which could result in flooding of roads, streams, and other flood-prone areas. Those in the affected regions are advised to be cautious of rising water levels and avoid traveling in flood-prone zones.
While the Flash Flood Watch remains in effect, residents should stay alert for possible Flash Flood Warnings in the coming hours. Local authorities are urging people to monitor updated weather reports and be prepared to take action if conditions worsen.
As of now, the threat of flash flooding will persist until Monday morning, with the potential for additional warnings and advisories if conditions worsen.
