Get those rain boots ready—the rest of the day is shaping up to be a soggy one across all of southern West Virginia. A widespread rain event is underway, and over the next several hours, residents should prepare for multiple rounds of downpours.
Some of this rain will be heavy at times, leading to the possibility of flash flooding across the entire region. While the flood threat isn’t extremely high, it’s enough to cause concern—especially on roadways where water can collect quickly.
If you’re out and about today, take it slow and give yourself extra time to travel. Turn around if you come across a flooded road, and remember: it only takes a few inches of moving water to lift a car.
Stay weather-aware, and stick with WOAY for updates as the rain moves through.
