First published 9/18/2026, 8:45:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 8:45:15 PM

Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Raleigh (Sep 18)

National Weather Service (NWS) Raleigh issued a Flash Flood Warning on Sep 18 at 3:10 PM EDT (2026-09-18T19:10:00Z) in effect until 6:15 PM EDT the same day. The warning indicates imminent/localized flash flooding during the stated timeframe.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 8/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 6/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Flash flood warnings indicate rapidly developing flooding that can threaten life, disrupt travel, and damage property in the affected area while the warning is in effect.

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Flash Flood Warning issued September 18 at 3:10PM EDT until September 18 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC

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