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2020 [KRNK] BLACKSBURG Flash Flood (FF) Warning (W) Number 59

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Storm Based Warning History

301 
WGUS51 KRNK 211227
FFWRNK
VAC089-211830-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FF.W.0059.200821T1227Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Flash Flood Warning
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
827 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
  Northwestern Henry County in south central Virginia...

* Until 230 PM EDT Friday.

* At 827 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain in western Henry 
  County. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash 
  flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

  HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

  SOURCE...Doppler radar.

  IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
           highways, streets and underpasses as well as other
           drainage and low lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...RADAR INDICATED
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1-2 INCHES IN 1 HOUR 

$$

BMG
268 
WGUS71 KRNK 211321
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
921 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
921 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 921 AM EDT, county dispatch reported heavy rain in northwestern 
Henry County. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Many roads 
have water flowing over them, including US-220. Flash flooding is 
ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

SOURCE...Law enforcement.

IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses as well as other
         drainage and low lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1-2 INCHES IN 1 HOUR 

$$

BMG
996 
WGUS71 KRNK 211415
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1015 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
1015 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY FOR BASSETT AND STANLEYTOWN...

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 1015 AM EDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in between 
Bassett and Stanleytown. Multiple vehicles stranded, houses flooded 
and gas leaks are being reported. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain 
have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing.

This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Bassett and Stanleytown. This is 
a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing
         flash flooding.

SOURCE...Emergency management.

IMPACT...This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER
         GROUND NOW! Life threatening flash flooding of low water
         crossings, small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Move to higher ground now! This is an extremely dangerous and 
life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are 
fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1-2 INCHES IN 1 HOUR 

$$

BMG
727 
WGUS71 KRNK 211630
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1230 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
1230 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY FOR BASSETT AND STANLEYTOWN...

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 1230 PM EDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in between 
Bassett and Stanleytown. Multiple water rescues, houses flooded, and 
gas leaks have been reported. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain have 
fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing.

This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Bassett and Stanleytown. This is 
a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing
         flash flooding.

SOURCE...Emergency management.

IMPACT...This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER
         GROUND NOW! Life threatening flash flooding of low water
         crossings, small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Move to higher ground now! This is an extremely dangerous and 
life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are 
fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1 INCH IN 2 HOURS 

$$

BMG
455 
WGUS71 KRNK 211735
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
135 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
135 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 135 PM EDT, emergency management reported heavy has ended for 
northwest Henry County. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain have fallen 
over the last several hours. However, water has begun to recede, but 
many roads are still closed due to flowing water over the road.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

SOURCE...Emergency management.

IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses as well as other
         drainage and low lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED

$$

BMG
Permalink to 202008211227-KRNK-WGUS51-FFWRNK
301 
WGUS51 KRNK 211227
FFWRNK
VAC089-211830-
/O.NEW.KRNK.FF.W.0059.200821T1227Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Flash Flood Warning
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
827 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
  Northwestern Henry County in south central Virginia...

* Until 230 PM EDT Friday.

* At 827 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain in western Henry 
  County. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash 
  flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

  HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

  SOURCE...Doppler radar.

  IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
           highways, streets and underpasses as well as other
           drainage and low lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...RADAR INDICATED
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1-2 INCHES IN 1 HOUR 

$$

BMG
Permalink to 202008211321-KRNK-WGUS71-FFSRNK
268 
WGUS71 KRNK 211321
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
921 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
921 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 921 AM EDT, county dispatch reported heavy rain in northwestern 
Henry County. Between 3 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Many roads 
have water flowing over them, including US-220. Flash flooding is 
ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

SOURCE...Law enforcement.

IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses as well as other
         drainage and low lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1-2 INCHES IN 1 HOUR 

$$

BMG
Permalink to 202008211415-KRNK-WGUS71-FFSRNK
996 
WGUS71 KRNK 211415
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1015 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
1015 AM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY FOR BASSETT AND STANLEYTOWN...

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 1015 AM EDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in between 
Bassett and Stanleytown. Multiple vehicles stranded, houses flooded 
and gas leaks are being reported. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain 
have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing.

This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Bassett and Stanleytown. This is 
a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing
         flash flooding.

SOURCE...Emergency management.

IMPACT...This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER
         GROUND NOW! Life threatening flash flooding of low water
         crossings, small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Move to higher ground now! This is an extremely dangerous and 
life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are 
fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1-2 INCHES IN 1 HOUR 

$$

BMG
Permalink to 202008211630-KRNK-WGUS71-FFSRNK
727 
WGUS71 KRNK 211630
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
1230 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
1230 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY FOR BASSETT AND STANLEYTOWN...

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 1230 PM EDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in between 
Bassett and Stanleytown. Multiple water rescues, houses flooded, and 
gas leaks have been reported. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain have 
fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing.

This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Bassett and Stanleytown. This is 
a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing
         flash flooding.

SOURCE...Emergency management.

IMPACT...This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER
         GROUND NOW! Life threatening flash flooding of low water
         crossings, small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Move to higher ground now! This is an extremely dangerous and 
life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are 
fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED
FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CATASTROPHIC
EXPECTED RAINFALL...1 INCH IN 2 HOURS 

$$

BMG
Permalink to 202008211735-KRNK-WGUS71-FFSRNK
455 
WGUS71 KRNK 211735
FFSRNK

Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Blacksburg VA
135 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

VAC089-211830-
/O.CON.KRNK.FF.W.0059.000000T0000Z-200821T1830Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Henry VA-
135 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2020

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 230 PM EDT THIS 
AFTERNOON FOR NORTHWESTERN HENRY COUNTY...

At 135 PM EDT, emergency management reported heavy has ended for 
northwest Henry County. Between 4 and 5 inches of rain have fallen 
over the last several hours. However, water has begun to recede, but 
many roads are still closed due to flowing water over the road.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

SOURCE...Emergency management.

IMPACT...Flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
         highways, streets and underpasses as well as other
         drainage and low lying areas.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Bassett, Stanleytown, Fieldale, Sanville, Oak Level and 
  Collinsville.

This includes the following streams and drainages...
  Blackberry Creek, Muddy Creek, Smith River, Grassy Fork, Koger 
  Creek, Jordan Creek, Reed Creek, Bull Run, Horse Pasture Creek and 
  Beaver Creek.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

When it is safe to do so, please send your reports of flooding, 
including mudslides or flooded roads, to the National Weather 
Service by calling toll free at 1...8 6 6...2 1 5...4 3 2 4. Reports 
and pictures can also be shared on the National Weather Service 
Blacksburg Facebook page and on Twitter.

&&

LAT...LON 3681 7998 3672 8009 3666 8001 3674 7989

FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED

$$

BMG

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