A broad closed upper low drifted across South Carolina and northwest back into southwest Virginia and West Virginia bringing persistent rainfall that eventually led to flooding. There were repeated rounds of heavy rainfall with widespread amounts of 2 to 5 inches, with isolated totals over 10 inches in a 3-day period in parts of Halifax County, VA.

Heavy Rain in CHARLOTTE, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: KEYSVILLE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The COOP station at Keysville 2 S (KYSV2) measured 4.17 inches of rain in the 24-hour period ending 700 AM EDT which was the highest 1-day total  on record for any June day. The previous June record was 3.75 inches June 2, 1997. It was also the 6th highest for a calendar day. Precipitation data at this site dates back to 1979 with some breaks.

Heavy Rain in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 16-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: RIVERDALE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The COOP station at South Boston (SOBV2) had a 24-hour rain total of 5.55 inches ending at 700 AM on the 18th, the 2nd highest on record in the month of June, after the 6.98 inches on June 23rd, 1995. It was also the 4th highest for any calendar day. The station also had a 2-day rain total of 8.80 on and a 3-day total of 10.54 inches ending 700 AM on the 18th. This was the highest 2-day total for June. beating June 24, 1995 with 8.02 inches. It was also 2nd highest amount for any calendar 2-day period. The still-existing 2-day record is 8.83 inches September 6-7, 1996 during the passage of remains from Hurricane Fran. Data extends back to 1981 at this site. The 2-day, 8.80 inch amount is in the 90 percent confidence interval (7.90-9.57 inches) for a 100-year rain event (.01 annual chance of occurrence) per NOAA Atlas 14. The 3-day total was also a new record for the site, exceeding the 9.87 inches that also occurred during Fran in September, 1996. The 3-day, 10.54 inch amount is in the 90 percent confidence interval (9.29-11.4 inches) for a 200-year event (.005 annual chance of occurrence) per NOAA Atlas 14. Data extends back to 1981 at this station.

Heavy Rain in FRANKLIN, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: HENRY FORK
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The NWS Cooperative station at Rocky Mount, VA (RYMV2) set a date rainfall record for June 18th of 2.65 inches for the 24-hour period ending 700 AM EDT on the 18th. The previous date record was 1.63 inches set in 1940. Nearly unbroken precipitation records exist at this station back to 1894, one of the longest running sites in the WFO Blacksburg area of responsibility.

Heavy Rain in FLOYD, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: COPPER HILL
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The NWS Cooperative station at Copper Hill (COHV2) had its 2nd wettest June day on record, and 4th wettest of any calendar day, as 6.65 inches of rain fell in the 24-hours ending 700 AM EDT on the  18th. The existing June (and all-time) record is 8.21 inches on June 21, 1972 during the remnants of Hurricane Agnes. Per NOAA Atlas 14, for a 24-hour period, this rainfall total is in the 90 percent confidence interval (6.37 to 7.72 inches) for a 50-year recurrence (.02 annual exceedance probability). Complete data extends back to 1940 at this site.

Heavy Rain in PULASKI, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: PULASKI
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The NWS Cooperative station at Pulaski 2 E (PSKV2) set a daily rainfall record for June 18th with 2.90 inches for the 24-hour period ending 700 AM EST on the 18th. The previous date record was 1.57 inches in 1972. It was also the 4th highest rainfall for any June day, well behind the record of 3.54 inches on June 28, 1976. This site has nearly complete rainfall data since 1940.

Flood in PULASKI, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 17:45:00 to 18-JUN-20 01:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT OLIVET
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The IFLOWS stream gage at Pulaski (PCRV2) rose rapidly in response to heavy rainfall during the later afternoon and evening of June 17th, cresting at 9.5 feet. Flood stage is 8 feet. Several roads were flooded in the Pulaski area along Peak Creek and Tract Fork. It was the 3rd highest stage in the erratic 10-year record at this gage site.

Flood in BOTETOURT, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 09:15:00 to 17-JUN-20 15:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLOVERDALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A social media post showed the road completely flooded in front of the Cloverdale Post Office.

Flood in BOTETOURT, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 09:39:00 to 17-JUN-20 15:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: WEBSTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flood waters were reported to have reached some mobile homes in the Wildwood Mobile Home Park. Some evacuations were conducted in the area.

Heavy Rain in COVINGTON (C), VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: COVINGTON
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The NWS Cooperative station at Covington, VA (CFPV2) set a date rainfall record for June 18th of 2.70 inches for the 24-hour period ending 700 AM EDT on the 18th. The previous date record was 1.49 inches set in 1973. It was also the 5th wettest June day on record, but well behind the record 4.20 inches on June 24, 2016. Nearly unbroken precipitation records exist at this station back to 1961 at this site.

Heavy Rain in CAMPBELL, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALTAVISTA
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The NWS Cooperative station at Altavista, VA (ALTV2) set a date rainfall record for June 18th of 2.62 inches for the 24-hour period ending 700 AM EDT on the 18th. The previous date record was 0.73 inches set in 2015. Precipitation records exist at this station back to 1945.

Flood in ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 12:40:00 to 17-JUN-20 15:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROANOKE CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A portion of 13th Street in Roanoke was closed due to urban flooding with water flowing over the road.

Heavy Rain in TAZEWELL, VIRGINIA
From 18-JUN-20 14:45:00 to 18-JUN-20 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPRINGVILLE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A weather observer in Springville measured 2.40 inches of rain between 345 PM and 500 PM local time.

Flood in ALLEGHANY, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 23:15:00 to 18-JUN-20 00:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CALLAGHAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The USGS gage on Dunlap Creek (DLPV2) rose briefly above minor flood stage of 9 feet early on the 18th, cresting at 9.16 feet. Several roads very close to the creek may have been flooded.

Flood in BEDFORD, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 09:50:00 to 17-JUN-20 12:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: THAXTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flooding at the intersection of Rocky Ford Road and Culpeper Lane closed the road.

Flood in BEDFORD, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 09:51:00 to 17-JUN-20 09:51:00 (EST-5)
Location: MONTVALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Wilkerson Mill Road was closed near Route 460, most likely from nearby Goose Creek. The USGS gage on Goose Creek near Huddleston (HUDV2) rose over minor flood stage of 15 feet around midday on the 17th and crested at 16.87 feet by 215 PM EST. It was the highest stage in over 10 years at this gage, going back to January 25, 2010 when it reached 18.66 feet.

Flood in PITTSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 10:04:00 to 17-JUN-20 16:04:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHATHAM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Water of unknown depth was reported over Chalk Level Road.

Heavy Rain in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 16-JUN-20 17:14:00 to 17-JUN-20 17:14:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BOSTON
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

An unofficial 24-hour rainfall amount of 7.86 inches was reported near South Boston ending around 100 PM local time on the 17th. There were numerous flood reports from the area.

Heavy Rain in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 00:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 00:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: RIVERDALE
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

An automated site on the east side of South Boston measured 7.42 inches on June 17th (ending at midnight on the 18th). Although an unofficial site, this amount equates to the 90 percent confidence interval (6.97-8.47 inches) for a 100-year rainfall event (.01 annual exceedance probability).

Flood in MONTGOMERY, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 18:10:00 to 17-JUN-20 21:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: CAMBRIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Several roads were closed across Montgomery County including Meadow Creek ROad, Goldrush Road and others on the VDOT VA 511 website.

Flood in CRAIG, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 10:15:00 to 17-JUN-20 18:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW CASTLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The USGS gage on Johns Creek at New Castle (JCRV2) crested at 11.03 feet on the afternoon of June 17th after heavy rains the previous two days. This was the highest stage reached at this site since September 28, 2004 when it reached 12.87 feet and the 6th highest since records began in 1927. The 3-day rainfall at the nearby NWS COOP site at New Castle was 4.12 inches.

Flood in BOTETOURT, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 19:30:00 to 18-JUN-20 07:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: LIGNITE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The gage on Craig Creek at Parr (CRGV2) crested at a stage of 14.24 feet (12500 cfs) very early on June 18th. It was the 8th highest on record at this gaging station since 1925 and was approximately a 5-year flood event (0.2 annual chance of occurrence) according to USGS studies. A road or two was likely affected.

Flood in GILES, VIRGINIA
From 18-JUN-20 01:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 14:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: POPLAR HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The USGS stream gage on Walker Creek at Bane (BANV2) crested at 13.55 feet early on the 18th. Several roads were closed near the creek. The nearby COOP site at Pearisburg 4 SEE measured 5.04 inches of rain in the 4-day period ending 700 AM on the 18th.

Flood in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 23:30:00 to 21-JUN-20 14:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEALS CORNERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Roanoke (Staunton) River near Randolph (RNDV2) rose above Minor flood stage of 24 feet very late on the 17th and crested at 26.77 feet on the morning of the 19th before falling below flood stage on the 21st. Several roads close to the river were flooded.

Flood in CAMPBELL, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 20:30:00 to 19-JUN-20 22:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: BROOKNEAL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Roanoke (Staunton) River at Brookneal (BROV2) rose above the Minor flood stage of 23 feet very late on the 17th and crested just over Moderate Flood Stage of 27 feet at 27.08 feet on the morning of the 19th before falling back below flood stage on the afternoon of the 19th.

Flood in ROANOKE (C), VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 14:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROANOKE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Roanoke River at Roanoke (RONV2) crested at 11.91 feet, above the Minor flood stage of 10 feet early in the morning of June 18th. Several roads and low water bridges were flooded.

Flood in SALEM (C), VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 20:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SALEM (C)
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The IFLOWS stream gage at Salem Pump Station (SPSV2) crested above Minor flood stage of 7 feet early on the 18th, cresting at 7.60 feet and closing several roads in Salem, including the Mill Lane Bridge.

Heavy Rain in BEDFORD, VIRGINIA
From 16-JUN-20 07:00:00 to 17-JUN-20 07:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEDFORD CITY
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The COOP observer at Bedford, VA (BDFV2) had its second highest date rainfall for the 24-hours ending 700 AM on June 17th with 2.49 inches, behind the 1934 record of 2.77 inches. The following 24-hour period ending at 700 AM on the 18th, again saw a second highest amount for the date with 2.39 inches, after the 1936 record of 2.80 inches. The 2-day total of 4.88 inches was the second highest on record in the month of June, after the 5.36 inches on June 23-24, 1995. Precipitation data at this site date back to 1893 but with significant gaps in the record.

Flash Flood in ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 08:33:00 to 17-JUN-20 14:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: VINTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Walnut Avenue near Glade Creek was closed due to water flowing over it. Flooding also occurred along Tinker Creek where the USGS gage near the confluence of Glade Creek crested at 16.96 feet in the afternoon of the 17th. No flood stage has been set at this relatively new gaging station, but Tinker Creek overflows the low-water bridge on Wise Avenue at a stage of around 7 feet.

Flash Flood in ROANOKE, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 10:33:00 to 17-JUN-20 13:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: BONSACK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Bonsack Road and Glade Creek Road were closed due to flooding, most likely from nearby Glade Creek.

Flash Flood in PITTSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 09:10:00 to 17-JUN-20 12:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: HURT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Country Club Road was closed due to flooding near Prospect Road.

Flash Flood in PITTSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 10:30:00 to 17-JUN-20 13:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOTLEY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Roark Mill Road near Melody Springs Road and Starkey Road near Glade Road were closed due to high water.

Flash Flood in PITTSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 10:53:00 to 17-JUN-20 13:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: HURT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Ricky Van Shelton Drive was closed due to high water.

Flood in BEDFORD, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 13:36:00 to 17-JUN-20 15:36:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHADY GROVE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The road and culvert were washed out at the corner of Summit Ridge Drive and Brentwood Drive.

Flash Flood in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 16:30:00 to 17-JUN-20 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BOSTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Berry Hill Road was flooded and closed, most likely from Poplar Creek.

Flash Flood in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 16:30:00 to 17-JUN-20 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: HALIFAX
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

There were numerous reports of flooded roads across Halifax County, mainly in the South Boston area.

Flash Flood in COVINGTON (C), VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 20:40:00 to 17-JUN-20 23:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: COVINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Numerous roads were flooded and closed in Covington including South Craig Avenue, South Royal Avenue and and South Highland Avenue.

Flash Flood in ALLEGHANY, VIRGINIA
From 17-JUN-20 22:00:00 to 18-JUN-20 01:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOWMOOR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Up to a foot of water was observed flowing over Valley Ridge Road at the corner of Woodland Road and Magnolia Street.

Flash Flood in TAZEWELL, VIRGINIA
From 18-JUN-20 15:37:00 to 18-JUN-20 18:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: BLUEFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

There were several reports of flooded roads in the Springville area as well as a rescue from a vehicle and from a home. Water was also reported over Wrights Valley Road and St. Clairs Crossing from flooding of nearby Wrights Valley Creek. Lynn Hollow Road was also flooded with volunteer fire officials on scene. In addition, several mudslides occurred along Route 460 between Springville and Bluefield, with traffic stopped by VDOT for a time.

Flash Flood in FRANKLIN, VIRGINIA
From 19-JUN-20 13:35:00 to 19-JUN-20 16:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: WIRTZ
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Post Office

Water was flowing over several roadways in the Wirtz area and spilling out of a dentention pond near the Post Office. The Postal employee described the water as like a river.

Flash Flood in HALIFAX, VIRGINIA
From 19-JUN-20 15:50:00 to 19-JUN-20 18:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTH BOSTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Ferry Street was closed near Seymour Drive due to water flowing over the road, possibly from Poplar Creek.

Flash Flood in WYTHE, VIRGINIA
From 19-JUN-20 16:10:00 to 19-JUN-20 19:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAX MEADOWS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Miller Creeks Road was reported to be washed out by flash flooding.

Flash Flood in ALLEGHANY, VIRGINIA
From 19-JUN-20 15:45:00 to 19-JUN-20 18:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOSS RUN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Water over six inches in depth was seen flowing over portions of Highway 159 after 1.5 inches of rain fell in a short duration. The water was not from Dunlap Creek itself which had returned to below flood stage from the previous day.