Charleston, WV — Heavy thunderstorms dumped several inches of rain across central and northern West Virginia Tuesday afternoon, triggering multiple flash flood warnings across at least ten counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, warnings are in effect until at least 6:30 PM for counties including Braxton, Gilmer, Randolph, Upshur, Webster, Lewis, Boone, Logan, Lincoln, and Wyoming. Radar indicated between 2 and 4 inches of rain have already fallen, with additional downpours of 1 to 1.5 inches possible.
Localized flash flooding has already been reported in low-lying areas, including small creeks, underpasses, and rural roads. Towns such as Weston, Sutton, Burnsville, and Madison are among those most affected.
Residents are urged to avoid all flooded roads and heed the warning: “Turn around, don’t drown.” Flash flooding is considered imminent or already occurring in many locations, especially in poor drainage zones and near rivers and streams.
Officials advise monitoring emergency alerts and being ready to move to higher ground if necessary. Anyone observing dangerous conditions should report flooding to the National Weather Service when safe.
This weather pattern is expected to subside later Tuesday evening, but runoff may still impact smaller creeks and roads into the night.
