A stationary front located near West Virginia on the morning of February 16th acted as a link between two low pressure systems streaming north and south of the area. Early morning thunderstorms promoted locally heavy rain, with a second round taking place later that evening as the front made eastward progress.
Prolonged periods of rain led to flooding across the central and southern portions of the state. Most notable impacts from flooding occurred in Milton, where over one hundred homes observed basement flooding and high water surrounding the neighborhood. One to three inches of rain fell during this time, maintaining saturated conditions and flooding concerns on February 17th and into the next day before the floodwaters began to recede.
In Fayette County, an infant passed away due to a car being swept away from fast moving water near Paint Creek.
Several rivers rose above their banks in the midst of the event, including parts of the Mud River, Coal River, and Guyandotte River.

Flood in LINCOLN, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 13:30:00 to 18-FEB-23 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SWEETLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Flooding was first observed early in the afternoon of February 16th as Sugartree Fork rose above its banks, resulting in high water along the bridge at the intersection of Sycamore Road and Sugartree Road. Nearby in the towns of Yawkey and Griffithsville, high water obstructed traffic along portions of Route 124 and Route 3 as Porter Fork and Straight Fork rose out of their banks. In Hamlin, the Mud River overflowed onto Route 7 and intersecting smaller roads, which closed the road for a period of time.
The next morning, ongoing rain resulted in additional flooding in Hamlin and West Hamlin. Trace Fork rose out of its banks during this time near the Lincoln/Putnam County line and flooded sections of Route 34. Additionally, One Mile Creek rose out of its banks and spilled onto Dr. Steele Farm Road near West Hamlin.

Flood in ROANE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 15:00:00 to 18-FEB-23 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: WALTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flooding was observed in spots along Route 119 in the southern portions of Roane County. This included at the intersection with Cottontree Road in the town of Cotton as well as at the intersection of Charleston Road in Walton.

Flood in BARBOUR, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 18:45:00 to 18-FEB-23 03:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: PEELTREE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

In Hamlin, the gage along the Mud River observed a rise above the river's 13 foot bankfull level on the afternoon of February 16th. The river crested at 15.29 feet just before sunrise on the 17th and did not return to its banks until the early morning hours of February 18th. During this prolonged period of being out of its banks, the river caused flooding along sections of Upper Mud River Road as well as some homes along and near the Mud River. Sections of Route 7 between Myra and Hamlin, and sections of Route 3 on either side of Hamlin, also flooded. The ball fields near Lincoln County High School were under water during this time as well.

Flood in MINGO, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 16:43:00 to 18-FEB-23 03:04:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILLIAMSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Tug Fork in Williamson rose above its 27 foot flood stage late in the afternoon on February 17th. The river crested at 28.7 feet later that evening and returned to its banks a few hours after midnight on the 18th. While above its flood stage, backwater from the Tug Fork spilled onto Route 612 in South Williamson and caused minor traffic obstructions. The water treatment plant in Williamson closed its flood gate to help prevent water from the river to spill into the area until the floodwaters receded.

Flood in ROANE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 08:30:00 to 17-FEB-23 12:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPENCER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.25K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Flooding was observed along Front Street in Spencer.

Flood in FAYETTE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 10:00:00 to 17-FEB-23 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BOOMER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Between the towns of Smithers and Boomer, Route 60 was closed due to flooding from the Kanawha River.

Flood in MCDOWELL, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 07:30:00 to 17-FEB-23 17:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEARTOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

In the town of Bradshaw, the Tug Fork rose above its 10 foot bankfull level on the morning of February 17th. The river returned to its banks later that evening, cresting at 12.31 feet around midday. While the Tug Fork was out of its banks, minor flooding was observed near homes residing along the river.

Flood in LOGAN, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 22:30:00 to 17-FEB-23 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WHIRLWIND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Roads in and around Chapmanville observed high water late in the evening of February 16th as adjacent creeks rose above their banks. These included Perry Branch Road, Browns Run Road, and Garrett Fork Road.

Flood in WAYNE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 13:00:00 to 18-FEB-23 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: CENTERVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding was observed across many parts of the county, including Greenbrier Creek Road, Beech Fork Road, Mill Creek Road, Bridge Street, and West Virginia 152.

Flood in RALEIGH, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 09:00:00 to 17-FEB-23 13:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: STOVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A few roads in the county were closed for a period of time due to high water issues from flooding. These included Coal River Road in Glen Daniel and Mattsville Road in the town of Stover.

Flood in WYOMING, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 09:30:00 to 17-FEB-23 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LYNCO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Several roads in the Lynco community was impassable for a period of time due to flooding. In the town Clear Fork, Route 971 near Westside High School was also closed due to high water issues.

Flood in CABELL, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 02:00:00 to 18-FEB-23 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MALCOM SPGS HGTS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Mud River and other smaller creeks within the town of Milton rose out of their banks and resulted in an inundation of water into residential homes and businesses within the community. The river crested at 27 feet on the afternoon of February 17th, which was the main culprit behind the major flooding around the town. Over a hundred homes were affected by high water, with a dozen observing flooding damage and many roads were closed due to the high water concerns. The floodwaters receded and the river returned to its banks early in the afternoon on the 18th.

Flood in PUTNAM, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 13:00:00 to 18-FEB-23 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: ALBATROSS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Several local roads in the Winfield and Poca area became flooded early in the afternoon of February 16th. These roads included Winfield Road, Bluelick Road, Bills Creek Road, Rocky Step Road, and Silver Street.
Later in the evening, more areas of flooding popped up in the Teays Valley and Hurricane area. Tacketts Branch Road, Teays Valley Road, Stewart Road, and Teays Lane were among the streets that observed flooding, obstructing traffic due to high water.

Flood in KANAWHA, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 13:20:00 to 18-FEB-23 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOWER FALLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Flooding first occurred in the early afternoon hours around Sissonville along Two Mile Road and then expanded into the Cross Lanes and Marmet areas. In Cross Lanes, Doc Bailey Road and Big Tyler Road observed high water at a similar time Left Fork Road and Lens Creek Road in Marmet observed flooding.
The next morning on February 17th, more water issues arose in downtown Charleston and the towns of Tornado and Saint Albans. Roads that observed high water included Greenbrier Street, Ferrell Road, and Browns Creek Road. A water rescue was conducted in Tornado on Smith Creek Road during this time as well.

Flood in BOONE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 06:30:00 to 18-FEB-23 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROCK CREEK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.25K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Lick Creek rose out of its banks in Danville and spilled onto Lick Creek Road.

Flood in MASON, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 14:40:00 to 16-FEB-23 22:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: FAIRVIEW
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.20K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Tenmile Creek rose out of its banks and spilled onto Sassafras Road.

Flood in POCAHONTAS, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 07:40:00 to 17-FEB-23 15:13:00 (EST-5)
Location: HUNTERSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.25K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

On the morning of February 17th, Knapp Creek in Huntersville rose above its 9 foot bankfull level. The creek crested at 9.83 feet, which resulted in minor flooding along Browns Creek Road and the fields adjacent to the creek. By later on that afternoon, the creek returned to its banks.

Flood in LOGAN, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 09:23:00 to 19-FEB-23 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLOTHIER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.25K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Big Coal River in Ashford rose above its 17 foot bankfull level on the morning of February 17th. The river crested at 17.43 feet a few days later in the early afternoon of February 19th before returning to its banks that evening. In the midst of the river being out of its banks, minor flooding was observed along Ridgeview Nellis Road just before the Ashford Nellis Road bridge.

Flood in LINCOLN, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 21:22:00 to 18-FEB-23 04:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHERIDAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

In Branchland, the Guyandotte River rose above its 30 foot bankfull level on the evening of February 17th. The river crested shortly after midnight the next day, then returned to its banks during the predawn hours of February 18th. Minor flooding was observed along portions of Payton Branch, Nine Mile Creek, Four Mile Creek, and Hamilton Creek Roads.

Flood in LINCOLN, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 13:47:00 to 17-FEB-23 12:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: SWEETLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.25K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Middle Fork of the Mud River in Griffithsville rose above its 12 foot bankfull level on the afternoon of February 16th. The river crested later that evening and returned to its banks early in the afternoon on February 17th. While above its banks, the river caused minor flooding of fields and low lying areas adjacent to the riverbank.

Flood in WYOMING, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 10:23:00 to 17-FEB-23 18:43:00 (EST-5)
Location: UNO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.20K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The Clear Fork along the Guyandotte River rose above its 11 foot bankfull level on the morning of February 17th, cresting at 11.09 feet early in the afternoon, and then returned to its banks later that evening. While the river was out of its banks, sections of Charlie Hatfield Road/County Route 6 were flooded.

Flood in KANAWHA, WEST VIRGINIA
From 17-FEB-23 15:30:00 to 18-FEB-23 00:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: FERRELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

The gage along the Coal River in Tornado observed a rise above the river's 25 foot flood stage on the afternoon of February 17th. The river crested at 25.31 feet that evening and returned to its banks just after midnight on the 18th. While in flood, the river caused portions of Smith Creek Road to close due to the high water concerns. Other sections of Coal River Road upstream from the Tornado bridge were also flooded.

Flood in FAYETTE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 16-FEB-23 21:30:00 to 17-FEB-23 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LONG BRANCH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Continuous rounds of rain led to prolonged flooding around the Pax area. High water was first observed on the evening of February 16th along Packs Branch Road and portions of Paint Creek Road. The next morning, Paint Creek remained out of its banks and continued to spill onto Paint Creek Road. A vehicle drove into the flooded road and was swept away along with an infant. Local authorities later found the infant had drowned.