Home National Weather Service issues flood warning for Waynesboro, Augusta, Rockingham
Local

National Weather Service issues flood warning for Waynesboro, Augusta, Rockingham

Crystal Graham
South River Waynesboro flood warning
South River in Waynesboro, near the Y (Photo by Crystal Graham)

A flood warning has been issued and is in effect through 10:45 a.m. today for parts of northwest and western Virginia.

The warning, issued by the National Weather Service, includes Waynesboro, Augusta County, Rockingham County and Page County.

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

Reports indicate heavy rain due to rising streams and creeks. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area.

Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.

Areas that will experience flooding include:

  • Waynesboro
  • Stuarts Draft
  • Luray
  • Grottoes
  • Shenandoah
  • Massanutten
  • Crimora
  • Stanley
  • Sherando
  • Wintergreen
  • Big Meadows
  • Fishersville
  • Elkton
  • Weyers Cave
  • Lyndhurst
  • New Hope
  • Rocky Bar
  • Port Republic
  • Swift Run
  • Jollett

 

Featured Video

Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

Latest News

dontbestupiduva
Go 'Hoos, Region

DontBeStupidUVA.com envisions a fresh look for the Ivy Corridor

ECHL NHL norfolk admirals ice hockey puck
Sports

ECHL 2026/27: Norfolk Admirals hope bold affiliate move will pay dividends

Norfolk Admirals will head into the 2026/27 ECHL season without a National Hockey League (NHL) or American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate.

school student child bookbag
Local

How do our local school systems rank in the 2026 School Performance report?

The governor’s office has released the findings from the 2026 School Performance and Support Framework, giving us a snapshot of the performance the more than 1,800 elementary, middle and high schools across the Commonwealth.

uva football tony elliott
Football

UVA Football: Tony Elliott didn’t like a reporter’s question on his team quitting

jmu forbes center
Region

Harrisonburg: Musical instrument sale to benefit JMU School of Music

staunton library terrace
Local

Staunton Library terrace project completed; grand opening set for Friday

acc football
Football

ACC Football: Week 6 slate features seven conference matchups