Flash Flood Watch in Effect for West Virginia Counties Amid Showers and Thunderstorms
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for West Virginia Counties Amid Showers and Thunderstorms
US · Published Sep 13, 2026
A Flash Flood Watch is currently in effect for McDowell, Wyoming, Raleigh, and Fayette counties in West Virginia until 1:00 AM EDT on Sunday, September 13,
The Weather Prediction Center has issued a level 2 out of 4 Slight Risk for excessive rainfall today, with localized flash flooding possible due to scattered showers and thunderstorms. Satellite and radar imagery show significant cloud cover and precipitation moving into the Two Virginias, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s. Overnight, temperatures are expected to drop to the mid-60s, with isolated showers persisting into Sunday morning before clearing out by early afternoon.

Impact & Risks

Residents in McDowell, Wyoming, Raleigh, and Fayette counties should remain vigilant for potential flash flooding, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas. The Slight Risk designation indicates a moderate chance of excessive rainfall leading to localized flooding. Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts should exercise caution as heavy showers and thunderstorms may reduce visibility and create hazardous conditions. The risk diminishes by Sunday afternoon as drier weather begins to settle in.

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