Pocahontas County, WV
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Tuesday 07/21 6:43 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 10:45 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Charleston WV
FFWRLX
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Barbour County in northeastern West Virginia... Northeastern Pocahontas County in northeastern West Virginia... Randolph County in northeastern West Virginia... Southern Upshur County in northeastern West Virginia... Southeastern Lewis County in northern West Virginia...
* Until 1045 PM EDT.
* At 643 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Elkins, Mill Creek, Dailey, Rock Cave, Beverly, Harman, Glady, Kerens, Bowden, Alton, Dryfork and French Creek.
This includes Route 33 between mile markers 31 and 35.
What to Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Areas Impacted
- Barbour, WV
- Lewis, WV
- Pocahontas, WV
- Randolph, WV
- Upshur, WV
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flash Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Flash flooding can develop in hours or minutes, so take protective action now.
- If you are in a low-lying or flood prone area, move to higher ground immediately.
- Stay off bridges over fast-moving water, and away from storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Tuesday 07/21 7:30 PM EDT – Tuesday 07/21 11:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Charleston WV
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 506, PREVIOUSLY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING, IS NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN KENTUCKY THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY
IN NORTHEAST KENTUCKY
LAWRENCE
IN WEST VIRGINIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 22 COUNTIES
IN CENTRAL WEST VIRGINIA
BRAXTON CALHOUN CLAY GILMER NICHOLAS ROANE TAYLOR WEBSTER
IN NORTHERN WEST VIRGINIA
BARBOUR DODDRIDGE HARRISON LEWIS POCAHONTAS RANDOLPH UPSHUR
IN SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA
BOONE FAYETTE KANAWHA LINCOLN PUTNAM
IN WESTERN WEST VIRGINIA
CABELL WAYNE
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALUM CREEK, BELINGTON, BRIDGEPORT, BUCKHANNON, BURNSVILLE, CEREDO, CHARLESTON, CLARKSBURG, CLAY, COWEN, CRAIGSVILLE, ELKINS, FAYETTEVILLE, GASSAWAY, GLENVILLE, GRAFTON, GRANTSVILLE, HAMLIN, HARTS, HOLLY RIVER STATE PARK, HUNTINGTON, HURRICANE, KENOVA, LOUISA, MADISON, MARLINTON, OAK HILL, PHILIPPI, RICHWOOD, SAINT ALBANS, SOUTH CHARLESTON, SPENCER, SUMMERSVILLE, SUTTON, TEAYS VALLEY, WAYNE, WEBSTER SPRINGS, WEST UNION, WESTON, AND YATESVILLE LAKE STATE PARK.
Areas Impacted
- Lawrence, KY
- Barbour, WV
- Boone, WV
- Braxton, WV
- Cabell, WV
- Calhoun, WV
- Clay, WV
- Doddridge, WV
- Fayette, WV
- Gilmer, WV
- Harrison, WV
- Kanawha, WV
- Lewis, WV
- Lincoln, WV
- Nicholas, WV
- Pocahontas, WV
- Putnam, WV
- Randolph, WV
- Roane, WV
- Taylor, WV
- Upshur, WV
- Wayne, WV
- Webster, WV
In effect from Tuesday 07/21 7:38 PM EDT – Wednesday 07/22 2:00 AM EDT
Issued by NWS Charleston WV
What
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where
Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following counties, Boyd, Carter, Greenup and Lawrence, southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Vinton and Washington, southwest Virginia, including the following counties, Buchanan and Dickenson, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Barbour, Boone, Braxton, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson WV, Kanawha, Lewis, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, McDowell, Mingo, Northwest Fayette, Northwest Nicholas, Northwest Pocahontas, Northwest Raleigh, Northwest Randolph, Northwest Webster, Pleasants, Putnam, Ritchie, Roane, Southeast Fayette, Southeast Nicholas, Southeast Raleigh, Southeast Randolph, Southeast Webster, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Wayne, Wirt, Wood and Wyoming.
When
Until 2 AM EDT Wednesday.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
Additional Details
- Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms may result in flash flooding. Some storms will be capable of producing 2 to 3 inches of rain in as little as an hour. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages.
Areas Impacted
- Greenup
- Carter
- Boyd
- Lawrence
- Morgan
- Athens
- Washington
- Jackson
- Vinton
- Meigs
- Gallia
- Lawrence
- Dickenson
- Buchanan
- Wayne
- Cabell
- Mason
- Jackson
- Wood
- Pleasants
- Tyler
- Lincoln
- Putnam
- Kanawha
- Roane
- Wirt
- Calhoun
- Ritchie
- Doddridge
- Mingo
- Logan
- Boone
- Clay
- Braxton
- Gilmer
- Lewis
- Harrison
- Taylor
- McDowell
- Wyoming
- Upshur
- Barbour
- Northwest Raleigh
- Southeast Raleigh
- Northwest Fayette
- Southeast Fayette
- Northwest Nicholas
- Southeast Nicholas
- Northwest Webster
- Southeast Webster
- Northwest Pocahontas
- Northwest Randolph
- Southeast Randolph
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Enhanced Risk for Severe Thunderstorms Today
Created by the NWS Charleston WFO
Widespread showers and thunderstorms are forecast across the area this afternoon and into the evening, with some capable of becoming severe. The environment supports a multi-hazard threat. Primary Threats Include: 💨 Damaging Winds: This is the main threat. Swaths of 50–60 mph gusts will be possible in severe storms, with isolated gusts up to 70 mph. 🌧️ Torrential Rain: Heavy downpours will accompany these storms, which may cause highly localized flooding. 🌪️ Tornadoes & Hail: A line-embedded tornado or two and isolated instances of quarter-sized hail are also possible. Timing: Storms may develop as early as noon and continue into the evening.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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