Water Rescues Take Place as Central West Virginia Sees Intense Flash Flooding

Severe flash flooding across central West Virginia on Monday, August 15, has prompted water rescues in the region, according to local news reports. The Smithers Fire Department said a shelter has been set up for those impacted by the floods, and the Kanawha County Commission reported parts of the county received record-setting rainfall of up to 6 inches. This footage posted to Facebook shows cars submerged and houses surrounded by floodwaters in Smithers, West Virginia. The National Weather Service forecasted “unsettled weather” through the week with daily afternoon showers and thunderstorm possibilities. It also warned of possible flash flooding in the afternoon today. Credit: Melissa Morton via Storyful

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Severe flash flooding across central West Virginia on Monday, August 15, has prompted water rescues in the region, according to local news reports. The Smithers Fire Department said a shelter has been set up for those impacted by the floods, and the Kanawha County Commission reported parts of the county received record-setting rainfall of up to 6 inches. This footage posted to Facebook shows cars submerged and houses surrounded by floodwaters in Smithers, West Virginia. The National Weather Service forecasted “unsettled weather” through the week with daily afternoon showers and thunderstorm possibilities. It also warned of possible flash flooding in the afternoon today. Credit: Melissa Morton via Storyful