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Randolph County Office of Emergency Management and 911
Friday February 20th, 2026 :: 12:38 p.m. EST

Alert

Flood Warning until 06:30PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall that occurred overnight is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of northern West Virginia, including the following county, Randolph.

* WHEN...Until 630 PM EST.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1233 PM EST, Runoff from overnight rain will cause flooding on Tygart Valley River at Mill Creek this afternoon. The current gauge is 11.06 ft and slowly rising. This will likely flood county route 39 approximately 225 feet from the bridge heading out of town. Additional minor flooding is possible elsewhere along the river within the areal flood warning and any smaller tributaries flowing into the river. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mill Creek and Huttonsville. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

* AFFECTED AREAS: RANDOLPH, WV

Instructions:

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.

Address/Location
Randolph County Office of Emergency Management and 911
30 Randolph Ave
Elkins, WV 26241

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-636-0483

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Flood Warning

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