Flash Flood Warning for Wayne, WV
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- Wayne
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What is happening
At 1022 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen from thunderstorms earlier this morning. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Additional heavy rainfall is not expected. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash...
What the bulletin says to do
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. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
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Bulletin details
At 1022 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen from thunderstorms earlier this morning. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Additional heavy rainfall is not expected. 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... Wayne, Beech Fork State Park, and Lavalette.
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Flash Flood Warning issued August 5 at 10:22AM EDT until August 5 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Official revision - Alert
Flash Flood Warning issued August 5 at 8:55AM EDT until August 5 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Charleston WV. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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