Last Updated on October 9, 2026 1:51 pm
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg has issued a Flood Watch for Watauga, Ashe and Wilkes counties from Saturday morning through Sunday evening. The watch was issued at 1:43 p.m. Friday.
When: From Saturday morning through Sunday evening.
Where: In North Carolina, Alleghany, Ashe, Surry, Watauga and Wilkes counties. In southwest Virginia, Carroll, Floyd, Grayson and Patrick counties.
What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Rainfall
Upslope rainfall from a rather strong southeasterly low-level jet from the remnants of Isaias will bring increased precipitation along the crest of the southern Blue Ridge, from Floyd County extending southwestward toward Watauga County. Widespread rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches are possible, with locally higher totals of 5 to 6 inches, especially for areas like Meadows of Dan, Boone and Blowing Rock.
These higher totals may lead to isolated instances of landslides along slopes that have been modified by humans, such as embankments or cut slopes. These areas may also see increased rises on local streamflows that may lead to flooding across low-water crossings.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible.
Preparedness
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. More flood safety information is available at weather.gov/safety/flood.
A Wind Advisory is also in effect for Watauga and Ashe counties from 5 p.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. Sunday.
Forecast courtesy of the National Weather Service
