Tag: Water Damage Restoration

  • Flash Flood Warning: Mora Until 4:30 PM MDT

    Flash Flood Warning: Mora Until 4:30 PM MDT

    Flash Flood Warning: Mora Until 4:30 PM MDT

    The warning

    Flash Flood Warning issued September 22 at 1:24PM MDT until September 22 at 4:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM. Issued by NWS Albuquerque NM, issued September 22, 2026 at 12:24 PM Pacific, in effect until 4:30 PM MDT. Flash-flood damage is the exact interior-flooding work restoration teams see most — water intrusion under doors and through foundation seams, saturated carpet and pad, wicking drywall, and mold risk within 24–48 hours.

    This is a live snapshot as of September 22, 2026 at 12:33 PM Pacific. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    Mora — Flash Flood Warning

    From the National Weather Service alert, verbatim:

    FFWABQ

    The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    West Central Mora County in northeastern New Mexico…

    * Until 430 PM MDT.

    * At 124 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated a stationary thunderstorm
    producing heavy rain over Ledoux. Between 1.25 and 1.75 inches of
    rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 0.75
    inches 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…
    Mora, Ledoux, Morphy Lake State Park and Monte Aplanado.

    This includes State Road 518 near Mile Marker 29.

    This includes the following recreation areas…
    Morphy Lake State Park.

    Warned area: Mora, NM

    What to do

    Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
    deaths occur in vehicles.

    Stay safe

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades; water only a foot deep can sweep a car away. If water enters the home, stay out of standing water where electricity may be present, keep clear of the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup — documentation matters for insurance. Then call a local restoration contractor: water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    Translate this warning into the damage categories local contractors handle. For a flash flood warning event: interior water intrusion wherever the envelope is breached, saturated drywall and insulation, mold risk within 24–48 hours of wetting, and — where drainage is overwhelmed — sewage backup in low-lying areas.

    The play: stage equipment now, pre-position drying assets, keep an on-call rotation through the expiration of the warning and beyond, and capture address + water source + affected areas on the first call. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    Demand window: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    FEMA Helpline 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). Apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc. Basic eligibility: citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it is safe to do so.

    Looking ahead

    This warning is in effect until 4:30 PM MDT. After expiration, watch for additional rounds — rivers and creeks often crest well after the rain stops, and saturated ground turns the next cell into the next warning. The next National Weather Service update for your county or ZIP will post at weather.gov; start from the alert source linked below.

    Sources & how to verify

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Ector Until 5:30 PM CDT

    Flash Flood Warning: Ector Until 5:30 PM CDT

    Flash Flood Warning: Ector Until 5:30 PM CDT

    The warning

    Flash Flood Warning issued September 22 at 2:31PM CDT until September 22 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX. Issued by NWS Midland/Odessa TX, issued September 22, 2026 at 12:31 PM Pacific, in effect until 5:30 PM CDT. Flash-flood damage is the exact interior-flooding work restoration teams see most — water intrusion under doors and through foundation seams, saturated carpet and pad, wicking drywall, and mold risk within 24–48 hours.

    This is a live snapshot as of September 22, 2026 at 12:33 PM Pacific. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    Ector — Flash Flood Warning

    From the National Weather Service alert, verbatim:

    FFWMAF

    The National Weather Service in Midland/Odessa has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Southeastern Ector County in western Texas…
    Midland County in western Texas…

    * Until 530 PM CDT.

    * At 231 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
    has fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up 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…
    Midland, Odessa, Midland International Air and Space Port, West
    Odessa, Warfield, Odessa Schlemeyer Field, Skywest Airport, Cotton
    Flat, Midland Airpark and Penwell.

    Warned area: Ector, TX; Midland, TX

    What 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.

    Stay safe

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades; water only a foot deep can sweep a car away. If water enters the home, stay out of standing water where electricity may be present, keep clear of the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup — documentation matters for insurance. Then call a local restoration contractor: water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    Translate this warning into the damage categories local contractors handle. For a flash flood warning event: interior water intrusion wherever the envelope is breached, saturated drywall and insulation, mold risk within 24–48 hours of wetting, and — where drainage is overwhelmed — sewage backup in low-lying areas.

    The play: stage equipment now, pre-position drying assets, keep an on-call rotation through the expiration of the warning and beyond, and capture address + water source + affected areas on the first call. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    Demand window: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    FEMA Helpline 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). Apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc. Basic eligibility: citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it is safe to do so.

    Looking ahead

    This warning is in effect until 5:30 PM CDT. After expiration, watch for additional rounds — rivers and creeks often crest well after the rain stops, and saturated ground turns the next cell into the next warning. The next National Weather Service update for your county or ZIP will post at weather.gov; start from the alert source linked below.

    Sources & how to verify

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: City of Chesapeake, VA Area Until September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    Flash Flood Warning: City of Chesapeake, VA Area Until September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    A Flash Flood Warning is active this morning for City of Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas, issued by NWS Wakefield VA and running until September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA. This is flash flooding territory — the exact conditions that turn into the interior-damage and emergency-mitigation jobs local restoration teams answer.

    This is a live snapshot as of the NWS issue time. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    The warning, per area

    Warned areas in this alert:

    • City of Chesapeake, VA
    • City of Norfolk, VA
    • City of Portsmouth, VA
    • City of Suffolk, VA

    City of Chesapeake, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 2:23PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    The Northwestern City of Chesapeake in southeastern Virginia…
    The Southwestern City of Norfolk in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Portsmouth in southeastern Virginia…
    The Northeastern City of Suffolk in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 530 PM EDT.

    * At 223 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of
    rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 4 inches in 1
    hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches 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…
    Churchland, Deep Creek, Downtown Portsmouth, Old Dominion
    University, Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth,
    Suffolk, Bowers Hill, Western Branch, Cradock, Driver, Ghent,
    Deanes, Huntersville, South Norfolk, Wilroy and Portlock.

    City of Norfolk, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 2:23PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    The Northwestern City of Chesapeake in southeastern Virginia…
    The Southwestern City of Norfolk in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Portsmouth in southeastern Virginia…
    The Northeastern City of Suffolk in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 530 PM EDT.

    * At 223 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of
    rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 4 inches in 1
    hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches 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…
    Churchland, Deep Creek, Downtown Portsmouth, Old Dominion
    University, Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth,
    Suffolk, Bowers Hill, Western Branch, Cradock, Driver, Ghent,
    Deanes, Huntersville, South Norfolk, Wilroy and Portlock.

    City of Portsmouth, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 2:23PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    The Northwestern City of Chesapeake in southeastern Virginia…
    The Southwestern City of Norfolk in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Portsmouth in southeastern Virginia…
    The Northeastern City of Suffolk in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 530 PM EDT.

    * At 223 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of
    rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 4 inches in 1
    hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches 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…
    Churchland, Deep Creek, Downtown Portsmouth, Old Dominion
    University, Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth,
    Suffolk, Bowers Hill, Western Branch, Cradock, Driver, Ghent,
    Deanes, Huntersville, South Norfolk, Wilroy and Portlock.

    City of Suffolk, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 2:23PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    The Northwestern City of Chesapeake in southeastern Virginia…
    The Southwestern City of Norfolk in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Portsmouth in southeastern Virginia…
    The Northeastern City of Suffolk in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 530 PM EDT.

    * At 223 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of
    rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 4 inches in 1
    hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches 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…
    Churchland, Deep Creek, Downtown Portsmouth, Old Dominion
    University, Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth,
    Suffolk, Bowers Hill, Western Branch, Cradock, Driver, Ghent,
    Deanes, Huntersville, South Norfolk, Wilroy and Portlock.

    What the National Weather Service instructs

    Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
    deaths occur in vehicles.

    Please report flooding by posting to the NWS Wakefield Facebook page,
    or using X @NWSWAKEFIELDVA.

    Stay safe tonight

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. Six inches of moving water can knock an adult down; a foot can carry away a car.

    If water gets into the home: stay out of standing water where electricity may be live, keep clear of the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup starts — documentation is what an insurance claim runs on. Then call a local restoration contractor: water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is interior-water territory — the exact jobs restoration crews see most: water intrusion through doors, windows and foundation seepage, saturated drywall and insulation, and mold risk building within 24–48 hours if drying doesn’t start fast. Low-lying areas can see sewage backup where storm drains are overwhelmed.

    The play: stage extraction and drying equipment now, keep an on-call rotation through the morning, and capture three things on the first call — address, water source, and every affected area. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If the damage turns out to be disaster-scale, the FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). You can also apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc.

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it’s safe to do so.

    Looking ahead

    This warning runs until September 22 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA. When it expires, that doesn’t automatically mean the threat is over — watch for additional rounds overnight and remember creeks and streams can crest hours after the heaviest rain or wind has passed. The next NWS update lands when conditions change or the warning is extended, cancelled, or allowed to expire.

    Demand-window note for contractors: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. The crews that answer first usually keep the job.

    Sources & how to verify

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: York, VA Area Until September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    Flash Flood Warning: York, VA Area Until September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    A Flash Flood Warning is active this morning for York, VA and surrounding areas, issued by NWS Wakefield VA and running until September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA. This is flash flooding territory — the exact conditions that turn into the interior-damage and emergency-mitigation jobs local restoration teams answer.

    This is a live snapshot as of the NWS issue time. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    The warning, per area

    Warned areas in this alert:

    • York, VA
    • City of Newport News, VA
    • City of Poquoson, VA

    York, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 1:40PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Southern York County in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Newport News in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Poquoson in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 445 PM EDT.

    * At 140 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Newport News, Patrick Henry Field, Christopher Newport University,
    Tabb, Denbigh, Beaconsdale, Lee Hall, Oyster Point, Oriana,
    Menchville and Newport News Golf Course.

    City of Newport News, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 1:40PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Southern York County in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Newport News in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Poquoson in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 445 PM EDT.

    * At 140 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Newport News, Patrick Henry Field, Christopher Newport University,
    Tabb, Denbigh, Beaconsdale, Lee Hall, Oyster Point, Oriana,
    Menchville and Newport News Golf Course.

    City of Poquoson, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 1:40PM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Southern York County in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Newport News in southeastern Virginia…
    The City of Poquoson in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 445 PM EDT.

    * At 140 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Newport News, Patrick Henry Field, Christopher Newport University,
    Tabb, Denbigh, Beaconsdale, Lee Hall, Oyster Point, Oriana,
    Menchville and Newport News Golf Course.

    What the National Weather Service instructs

    Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
    deaths occur in vehicles.

    Please report flooding by calling 757-899-2415, posting to the NWS
    Wakefield Facebook page, or using X @NWSWAKEFIELDVA.

    Stay safe tonight

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. Six inches of moving water can knock an adult down; a foot can carry away a car.

    If water gets into the home: stay out of standing water where electricity may be live, keep clear of the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup starts — documentation is what an insurance claim runs on. Then call a local restoration contractor: water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is interior-water territory — the exact jobs restoration crews see most: water intrusion through doors, windows and foundation seepage, saturated drywall and insulation, and mold risk building within 24–48 hours if drying doesn’t start fast. Low-lying areas can see sewage backup where storm drains are overwhelmed.

    The play: stage extraction and drying equipment now, keep an on-call rotation through the morning, and capture three things on the first call — address, water source, and every affected area. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If the damage turns out to be disaster-scale, the FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). You can also apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc.

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it’s safe to do so.

    Looking ahead

    This warning runs until September 22 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA. When it expires, that doesn’t automatically mean the threat is over — watch for additional rounds overnight and remember creeks and streams can crest hours after the heaviest rain or wind has passed. The next NWS update lands when conditions change or the warning is extended, cancelled, or allowed to expire.

    Demand-window note for contractors: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. The crews that answer first usually keep the job.

    Sources & how to verify

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Gloucester Area Until 7:15 PM UTC

    Flash Flood Warning: Gloucester Area Until 7:15 PM UTC

    Flash Flood Warning issued September 22 at 12:14PM EDT until September 22 at 3:15PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Gloucester, in effect until 7:15 PM UTC. The issuing office is NWS Wakefield VA. Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses — this is the exact kind of storm event that creates emergency restoration work.

    This is a live snapshot as of issuance. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    Gloucester — Flash Flood Warning

    • NWS headline: Flash Flood Warning issued September 22 at 12:14PM EDT until September 22 at 3:15PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
    • Issued: 2026-09-22T12:14:00-04:00
    • Expires: 2026-09-22T15:15:00-04:00
    • Severity: Severe
    • Warned area: Gloucester, VA; Mathews, VA

    Alert detail, verbatim from the NWS

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    West Central Mathews County in eastern Virginia…
    Central Gloucester County in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 315 PM EDT.

    * At 1214 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Gloucester Courthouse, Hayes, Ark, Pinero, Belroi, Ware Neck,
    Dutton, Fort Nonsense, Beulah, Selden, Soles, Pampa and
    Allmondsville.

    NWS safety instructions

    Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
    deaths occur in vehicles.

    Please report flooding by calling 757-899-2415, posting to the NWS
    Wakefield Facebook page, or using X @NWSWAKEFIELDVA.

    Stay safe

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. If water enters the home, stay out of standing water where electricity may be present, avoid the basement until water recedes and power is confirmed off, photograph everything before cleanup (documentation matters for insurance), then call a local restoration contractor — water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    Flash flooding is the exact interior-flooding job restoration teams see most: interior water intrusion, saturated drywall and insulation, mold risk within 24–48 hours, and sewage backup in low-lying areas. The play: stage equipment now, pre-position drying assets, keep an on-call rotation through the morning, and capture address + water source + affected areas on the first call. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If this storm damages your home or business, you can reach the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). Apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA app, or visit fema.gov/drc for recovery centers. Basic eligibility: citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it’s safe.

    Looking ahead

    When this warning expires, the hazard does not automatically clear: watch for additional rounds, creeks and streams cresting later, and the next NWS update. Water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage.

    Sources & how to verify

    Source: this National Weather Service alert (issued by NWS Wakefield VA). Verify for your own county or ZIP at weather.gov or the issuing NWS office page. This is a live snapshot as of 7:15 PM UTC expiry — conditions change fast.

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Gloucester, VA Area Until September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    Flash Flood Warning: Gloucester, VA Area Until September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    A Flash Flood Warning is active this morning for Gloucester, VA and surrounding areas, issued by NWS Wakefield VA and running until September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA. This is flash flooding territory — the exact conditions that turn into the interior-damage and emergency-mitigation jobs local restoration teams answer.

    This is a live snapshot as of the NWS issue time. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    The warning, per area

    Warned areas in this alert:

    • Gloucester, VA
    • Lancaster, VA
    • Mathews, VA
    • Middlesex, VA

    Gloucester, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 10:50AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    South Central Lancaster County in eastern Virginia…
    Northwestern Mathews County in eastern Virginia…
    Southwestern Middlesex County in eastern Virginia…
    Northeastern Gloucester County in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 200 PM EDT.

    * At 1050 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Urbanna, Hartfield, Saluda, Healys, Harmony Village, Cooper,
    Grafton, Cash, Greys Point, Harcum, Bertrand, Millenbeck, Wake,
    Slabtown, Senora and Stampers.

    Lancaster, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 10:50AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    South Central Lancaster County in eastern Virginia…
    Northwestern Mathews County in eastern Virginia…
    Southwestern Middlesex County in eastern Virginia…
    Northeastern Gloucester County in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 200 PM EDT.

    * At 1050 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Urbanna, Hartfield, Saluda, Healys, Harmony Village, Cooper,
    Grafton, Cash, Greys Point, Harcum, Bertrand, Millenbeck, Wake,
    Slabtown, Senora and Stampers.

    Mathews, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 10:50AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    South Central Lancaster County in eastern Virginia…
    Northwestern Mathews County in eastern Virginia…
    Southwestern Middlesex County in eastern Virginia…
    Northeastern Gloucester County in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 200 PM EDT.

    * At 1050 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Urbanna, Hartfield, Saluda, Healys, Harmony Village, Cooper,
    Grafton, Cash, Greys Point, Harcum, Bertrand, Millenbeck, Wake,
    Slabtown, Senora and Stampers.

    Middlesex, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Wakefield VA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 10:50AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWAKQ

    The National Weather Service in Wakefield has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    South Central Lancaster County in eastern Virginia…
    Northwestern Mathews County in eastern Virginia…
    Southwestern Middlesex County in eastern Virginia…
    Northeastern Gloucester County in southeastern Virginia…

    * Until 200 PM EDT.

    * At 1050 AM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
    thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between
    2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of
    1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is
    ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    HAZARD…Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

    SOURCE…Radar and automated gauges.

    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…
    Urbanna, Hartfield, Saluda, Healys, Harmony Village, Cooper,
    Grafton, Cash, Greys Point, Harcum, Bertrand, Millenbeck, Wake,
    Slabtown, Senora and Stampers.

    What the National Weather Service instructs

    Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
    deaths occur in vehicles.

    Please report flooding by calling 757-899-2415, posting to the NWS
    Wakefield Facebook page, or using X @NWSWAKEFIELDVA.

    Stay safe tonight

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. Six inches of moving water can knock an adult down; a foot can carry away a car.

    If water gets into the home: stay out of standing water where electricity may be live, keep clear of the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup starts — documentation is what an insurance claim runs on. Then call a local restoration contractor: water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is interior-water territory — the exact jobs restoration crews see most: water intrusion through doors, windows and foundation seepage, saturated drywall and insulation, and mold risk building within 24–48 hours if drying doesn’t start fast. Low-lying areas can see sewage backup where storm drains are overwhelmed.

    The play: stage extraction and drying equipment now, keep an on-call rotation through the morning, and capture three things on the first call — address, water source, and every affected area. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If the damage turns out to be disaster-scale, the FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). You can also apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc.

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it’s safe to do so.

    Looking ahead

    This warning runs until September 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA. When it expires, that doesn’t automatically mean the threat is over — watch for additional rounds overnight and remember creeks and streams can crest hours after the heaviest rain or wind has passed. The next NWS update lands when conditions change or the warning is extended, cancelled, or allowed to expire.

    Demand-window note for contractors: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. The crews that answer first usually keep the job.

    Sources & how to verify

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Dawson, GA Area Until September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

    Flash Flood Warning: Dawson, GA Area Until September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

    A Flash Flood Warning is active overnight for Dawson, GA and surrounding areas, issued by NWS Peachtree City GA and running until September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA. This is flash flooding territory — the exact conditions that turn into the interior-damage and emergency-mitigation jobs local restoration teams answer.

    This is a live snapshot as of the NWS issue time. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    The warning, per area

    Warned areas in this alert:

    • Dawson, GA
    • Fannin, GA
    • Gilmer, GA
    • Pickens, GA

    Dawson, GA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Peachtree City GA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 6:31AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWFFC

    The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Northwestern Dawson County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Fannin County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Gilmer County in north central Georgia…
    Northeastern Pickens County in north central Georgia…

    * Until 1230 PM EDT.

    * At 631 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain
    have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour.
    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…
    Jasper, Talking Rock, Cartecay, Roy, Sequoyah Lake, Lake Tamarack,
    Pisgah, Black Gap Shelter, Stover Creek Shelter and Springer
    Mountain Shelter.

    Fannin, GA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Peachtree City GA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 6:31AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWFFC

    The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Northwestern Dawson County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Fannin County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Gilmer County in north central Georgia…
    Northeastern Pickens County in north central Georgia…

    * Until 1230 PM EDT.

    * At 631 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain
    have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour.
    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…
    Jasper, Talking Rock, Cartecay, Roy, Sequoyah Lake, Lake Tamarack,
    Pisgah, Black Gap Shelter, Stover Creek Shelter and Springer
    Mountain Shelter.

    Gilmer, GA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Peachtree City GA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 6:31AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWFFC

    The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Northwestern Dawson County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Fannin County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Gilmer County in north central Georgia…
    Northeastern Pickens County in north central Georgia…

    * Until 1230 PM EDT.

    * At 631 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain
    have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour.
    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…
    Jasper, Talking Rock, Cartecay, Roy, Sequoyah Lake, Lake Tamarack,
    Pisgah, Black Gap Shelter, Stover Creek Shelter and Springer
    Mountain Shelter.

    Pickens, GA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issuing office: NWS Peachtree City GA (office page)
    Issued: September 22 at 6:31AM EDT
    Expires: September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

    The National Weather Service hazard wording for this warning:

    FFWFFC

    The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Northwestern Dawson County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Fannin County in north central Georgia…
    Southeastern Gilmer County in north central Georgia…
    Northeastern Pickens County in north central Georgia…

    * Until 1230 PM EDT.

    * At 631 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
    heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain
    have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour.
    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…
    Jasper, Talking Rock, Cartecay, Roy, Sequoyah Lake, Lake Tamarack,
    Pisgah, Black Gap Shelter, Stover Creek Shelter and Springer
    Mountain Shelter.

    What the National Weather Service instructs

    Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
    deaths occur in vehicles.

    Stay safe tonight

    Turn around, don’t drown. Most flood deaths happen in vehicles — never drive through flooded roadways or around barricades. Six inches of moving water can knock an adult down; a foot can carry away a car.

    If water gets into the home: stay out of standing water where electricity may be live, keep clear of the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup starts — documentation is what an insurance claim runs on. Then call a local restoration contractor: water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is interior-water territory — the exact jobs restoration crews see most: water intrusion through doors, windows and foundation seepage, saturated drywall and insulation, and mold risk building within 24–48 hours if drying doesn’t start fast. Low-lying areas can see sewage backup where storm drains are overwhelmed.

    The play: stage extraction and drying equipment now, keep an on-call rotation through the morning, and capture three things on the first call — address, water source, and every affected area. Field discipline: photo-document before mitigation, moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If the damage turns out to be disaster-scale, the FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). You can also apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc.

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it’s safe to do so.

    Looking ahead

    This warning runs until September 22 at 12:30PM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA. When it expires, that doesn’t automatically mean the threat is over — watch for additional rounds overnight and remember creeks and streams can crest hours after the heaviest rain or wind has passed. The next NWS update lands when conditions change or the warning is extended, cancelled, or allowed to expire.

    Demand-window note for contractors: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. The crews that answer first usually keep the job.

    Sources & how to verify

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Gilmer, GA, Gordon, GA, Murray, GA Until 12:00 PM UTC-04:00

    Flash Flood Warning: Gilmer, GA, Gordon, GA, Murray, GA Until 12:00 PM UTC-04:00

    The warning, right now

    NWS Peachtree City GA issued this Flash Flood Warning at September 22 at 6:00AM EDT. It runs until 12:00 PM UTC-04:00 and covers 3 counties: Gilmer, GA, Gordon, GA, Murray, GA. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    This is the exact interior-flooding scenario restoration contractors see most: water coming in fast, from streets and creeks into homes and businesses, with no time to sandbag. This is a live snapshot as of 3:02 AM PDT. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    Gilmer, GA, Gordon, GA, Murray, GA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issued by: NWS Peachtree City GA, September 22 at 6:00AM EDT
    In effect until: 12:00 PM UTC-04:00
    Detection: Radar indicated
    Certainty: Likely — Urgency: Immediate

    The alert reads, in part:

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Southwestern Gilmer County in north central Georgia…
    Northeastern Gordon County in northwestern Georgia…
    Southeastern Murray County in northwestern Georgia…

    * Until September 22 at 12:00PM EDT.

    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.

    Locations that will experience flash flooding include: Ranger, Carters, Oakman, Tails Creek, Audubon and Redbud..

    Track this warning at the issuing office page: NWS Peachtree City GA — https://www.weather.gov/ffc/, and read the full alert source here: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.955c96eee79d8928558fd9da1995ebc13d036e05.001.1.

    Stay safe tonight

    The National Weather Service instruction for this warning is direct: 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. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

    If water enters your home: stay out of standing water where electricity may be present, avoid the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup — documentation matters for insurance — then call a local restoration contractor. Water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    You can report flooding to the National Weather Service toll free at 800-401-9535 when you can do so safely.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is the signature call type for this kind of night: interior water intrusion from flash flooding — water through doors and garage bays, seepage up through slabs, saturated drywall and insulation on ground floors, and in low-lying areas, sewage backup riding in with the floodwater. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Mold risk starts ticking within 24–48 hours on anything that stays wet.

    The play: stage equipment now — air movers, dehumidifiers, and extraction units ready to roll toward Gilmer, GA, Gordon, GA, Murray, GA before first light. Keep an on-call rotation through the morning, because the first calls land within hours of the water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage.

    Field discipline on the first call: capture the address, the water source, and every affected area before you dispatch. Photo-document everything before mitigation starts, moisture-map every affected room (walls, baseboards, subfloor), and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work begins. Clean water from rain-driven flooding can still carry contaminants once it crosses streets and yards — treat category classification as a field decision, not an assumption.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If the flooding damages your home or business beyond what insurance covers, federal help may be available. The FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). You can also apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA mobile app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc.

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it is safe to do so — you do not need to wait for an official disaster declaration to start documenting your losses.

    Looking ahead

    This warning expires at 12:00 PM UTC-04:00. When it does, the danger does not necessarily end: small creeks and streams can crest after the rain stops, and additional rounds of thunderstorms can re-trigger flooding on already-saturated ground. Watch the NWS Peachtree City GA page and weather.gov for the next update through the overnight hours.

    Demand window note for contractors: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. The homes that took between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. are your call list for the next 72 hours — especially finished basements, ground-floor living space, and any property near the creeks and low-lying drainage the alert names.

    Sources & how to verify

    To verify for your own county or ZIP: go to weather.gov, type the location in the search box, and read the active alerts banner at the top of the forecast page — or check your local NWS office page directly.

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Wise, VA, City of Norton, VA Until 3:45 AM UTC-04:00

    Flash Flood Warning: Wise, VA, City of Norton, VA Until 3:45 AM UTC-04:00

    The warning, right now

    NWS Morristown TN issued this Flash Flood Warning at September 22 at 12:47AM EDT. It runs until 3:45 AM UTC-04:00 and covers 2 counties: Wise, VA, City of Norton, VA. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    This is the exact interior-flooding scenario restoration contractors see most: water coming in fast, from streets and creeks into homes and businesses, with no time to sandbag. This is a live snapshot as of 9:49 PM PDT. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code.

    Wise, VA, City of Norton, VA — Flash Flood Warning

    Issued by: NWS Morristown TN, September 22 at 12:47AM EDT
    In effect until: 3:45 AM UTC-04:00
    Detection: Radar indicated
    Certainty: Likely — Urgency: Immediate

    The alert reads, in part:

    * Flash Flood Warning for…
    Wise County in southwestern Virginia…
    The City of Norton in southwestern Virginia…

    * Until September 22 at 3:45AM EDT.

    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.

    Locations that will experience flash flooding include: Norton, Wise, Big Stone Gap, Appalachia and Pardee..

    Track this warning at the issuing office page: NWS Morristown TN — https://www.weather.gov/mrx/, and read the full alert source here: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.59f8e1b2f50b37b00597cbd0702699e0b2c33bc4.001.1.

    Stay safe tonight

    The National Weather Service instruction for this warning is direct: 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. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

    If water enters your home: stay out of standing water where electricity may be present, avoid the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off, and photograph everything before cleanup — documentation matters for insurance — then call a local restoration contractor. Water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day.

    You can report flooding to the National Weather Service toll free at 800-401-9535 when you can do so safely.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is the signature call type for this kind of night: interior water intrusion from flash flooding — water through doors and garage bays, seepage up through slabs, saturated drywall and insulation on ground floors, and in low-lying areas, sewage backup riding in with the floodwater. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Mold risk starts ticking within 24–48 hours on anything that stays wet.

    The play: stage equipment now — air movers, dehumidifiers, and extraction units ready to roll toward Wise, VA, City of Norton, VA before first light. Keep an on-call rotation through the morning, because the first calls land within hours of the water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage.

    Field discipline on the first call: capture the address, the water source, and every affected area before you dispatch. Photo-document everything before mitigation starts, moisture-map every affected room (walls, baseboards, subfloor), and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work begins. Clean water from rain-driven flooding can still carry contaminants once it crosses streets and yards — treat category classification as a field decision, not an assumption.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If the flooding damages your home or business beyond what insurance covers, federal help may be available. The FEMA Helpline is 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local, 7 days a week). You can also apply at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA mobile app, or find a recovery center at fema.gov/drc.

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it is safe to do so — you do not need to wait for an official disaster declaration to start documenting your losses.

    Looking ahead

    This warning expires at 3:45 AM UTC-04:00. When it does, the danger does not necessarily end: small creeks and streams can crest after the rain stops, and additional rounds of thunderstorms can re-trigger flooding on already-saturated ground. Watch the NWS Morristown TN page and weather.gov for the next update through the overnight hours.

    Demand window note for contractors: water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. The homes that took between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. are your call list for the next 72 hours — especially finished basements, ground-floor living space, and any property near the creeks and low-lying drainage the alert names.

    Sources & how to verify

    To verify for your own county or ZIP: go to weather.gov, type the location in the search box, and read the active alerts banner at the top of the forecast page — or check your local NWS office page directly.

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

  • Flash Flood Warning: Harlan, KY Area Until 2:45 AM EDT

    Flash flood warning in effect for Harlan County until 2:45 AM EDT

    The National Weather Service in Jackson, Kentucky has issued a Flash Flood Warning for central Harlan County, effective immediately and running until 2:45 AM EDT on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. At 12:08 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area — between 1.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have already fallen, and additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 2 inches are possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    For restoration teams across southeastern Kentucky, this is the exact profile that turns into interior flooding jobs by morning: saturated ground, overwhelmed drainage, and water pushing into homes and businesses in the middle of the night, with the National Weather Service rating this a life-threatening flash flood event.

    This is a live snapshot as of 3:15 AM EDT on September 22, 2026. Conditions change fast — always verify with the National Weather Service for your specific county or ZIP code before acting.

    Harlan County, KY — Flash Flood Warning

    • Issuing office: National Weather Service in Jackson, Kentucky
    • Issued: 12:08 AM EDT, Tuesday, September 22, 2026
    • Expires: 2:45 AM EDT, Tuesday, September 22, 2026
    • Alert type: Flash Flood Warning (VTEC: /O.CON.KJKL.FF.W.0070)
    • Detection: Radar indicated

    What the radar shows: Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen, and additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

    Hazard: Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding.

    Source: Radar indicated.

    Impact: Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.

    Locations that will experience flash flooding include: Harlan, Loyall, Evarts, Kildav, Bailey Creek, Verda, Darkmont, Putney, Ages, Short Town, Kenvir, Coxton, Colts, Black Mountain, Nolansburg, Shields, Rosspoint, Golden Ash, Chevrolet and Lenarve.

    Track the latest directly from the NWS Jackson, Kentucky office page and the alert source at the National Weather Service.

    Stay safe tonight

    Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles — never drive through a flooded roadway, and never trust that a road is passable just because it looks shallow.

    Be especially cautious at night, when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. If you are in the warned area, stay off the roads unless you are fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

    If water enters your home:

    • Stay out of standing water where electricity may be present.
    • Avoid the basement until the water recedes and the power is confirmed off.
    • Photograph everything before cleanup begins — documentation matters for insurance, and adjusters want to see the water line before mitigation equipment moves in.
    • Call a local restoration contractor as soon as it is safe. Water left sitting starts a second wave of damage within a day, and after a night like this, the phone lines at good contractors fill fast.

    If you observe flooding, report it to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass the information to the National Weather Service — you can do so safely once you are on high ground.

    What this means for restoration teams

    This is the signature section for a reason: a life-threatening flash flood warning at 3 AM in Harlan County becomes a week of water-intrusion work. Here’s how to read it.

    Damage categories to expect: Interior water intrusion through doorways, crawlspace vents, and below-grade entries is the headline job. Saturated drywall and insulation in finished basements and ground-floor rooms follows. With 1.5 to 3.5 inches already down and another round possible, expect sewage backup calls in low-lying areas where combined systems and septic fields are overwhelmed — and with mountain creeks and streams in the impact zone, washout debris can redirect water into buildings in ways the homeowner never saw before.

    Mold clock: Water left sitting starts secondary damage within 24 hours and mold colonization within 24–48 hours. Overnight flood events are the worst for this — the homeowner sleeps through the intrusion and finds it at daylight, already six to ten hours into the clock.

    The play for tonight:

    • Stage equipment now — extractors, air movers, dehumidifiers — before the first call lands. Water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage.
    • Keep an on-call rotation through the morning. The discovery wave hits at first light.
    • On the first call, capture address, water source, and affected areas — triage order is: life safety, source stoppage, extraction, drying. Know before you roll whether you’re walking into a finished basement or a crawlspace.
    • Field discipline: Photo-document before mitigation (the water line is your proof), moisture-map every affected room, and keep the homeowner’s payment responsibility clear in writing before work starts — deductible and coverage conversations go better before the equipment is humming.

    FEMA & federal assistance

    If flooding damages your home or property, federal assistance may be available through FEMA:

    • FEMA Helpline: 1-800-621-3362 (7 a.m.–10 p.m. local time, 7 days a week)
    • Apply online: DisasterAssistance.gov
    • Find recovery centers: fema.gov/drc or the FEMA mobile app

    Basic eligibility: U.S. citizenship or qualified status, identity verification, proof of occupancy or ownership, and unmet needs not covered by insurance. Apply as soon as it is safe — you do not need to wait for a disaster declaration to register your damage.

    Looking ahead

    The warning is scheduled to expire at 2:45 AM EDT. What to watch after that: creeks and streams in Harlan County can crest after the rain stops, so flooding in low-lying areas may continue even once the warning lifts. Additional rounds of thunderstorms are possible overnight — the alert itself flags another 0.5 to 2 inches as possible, which would be a second wave on already-saturated ground.

    Watch the NWS Jackson page for extensions, upgrades, or new warnings through the early morning hours. NWS updates can arrive without notice when radar trends shift.

    Demand window note: Water-intrusion calls typically start within hours of water receding and keep coming for days as people discover damage. Contractors who staged equipment tonight work the week; contractors who wait for the phones to ring chase it.

    Sources & how to verify

    • National Weather Service alert: Flash Flood Warning, Harlan County KY — issued by NWS Jackson, Kentucky, 12:08 AM EDT September 22, 2026, expiring 2:45 AM EDT.
    • The NWS emergency message for this warning: “NWS: FLASH FLOOD WARNING this area til 2:45 AM EDT. Avoid flooded areas.”

    To verify for your own county or ZIP code: visit weather.gov, enter your ZIP, and check the alerts box — or go straight to your local NWS office page.

    This post is for informational purposes and is not an official weather warning. Always follow instructions from local authorities and the National Weather Service.