Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 21 at 4:48PM EDT until July 21 at 6:45PM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 1:48pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...A portion of central Virginia, including the following
county, Buckingham.
* WHEN...Until 645 PM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 448 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms has moved east of the advisory area. Minor
flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the
advisory area. Between 0.8 and 2.3 inches of rain have
fallen.
- This includes the following streams and drainages...
Forsip Creek, Iron Branch, James River, Brick Kiln Branch,
Dolittle Creek, Bear Garden Creek, Alabama Creek, Crooked
Creek, David Creek and Cole Creek.
Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is
expected.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Centenary... Wingina...
New Canton...
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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 X.
Area Description:
Buckingham, VA
Forcast Office:
NWS Blacksburg VA
Sender: