Blacksburg, VA – Heavy rain and possible flooding could hit parts of southwest Virginia starting midday Friday, with storms threatening travel along U.S. 460 and I-81 through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, thunderstorms are expected between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Friday, with an 80–90% chance of rain through Saturday night. These storms may bring localized flooding, especially in low-lying areas of Montgomery, Roanoke, and Floyd counties.
Weekend travelers are urged to monitor conditions closely. Outdoor events around Father’s Day may be disrupted by multiple rounds of rain and possible lightning. Saturday carries an 80% chance of storms between late morning and early afternoon, while Sunday could see more scattered thunderstorms after 2 p.m…