1/29/2024 9:08:00 AM until 1/30/2024 1:56:00 PM

If you are in the watch area, remain alert to possible flooding. Residents and those with interests near the river should monitor rising water levels and be prepared for possible flood warnings. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/washington or www.weather.gov/baltimore. The next statement will be issued this afternoon at 515 PM EST.

The Flood Watch is extended for the following rivers in Maryland...Virginia... Potomac River at Point of Rocks affecting Western Loudoun and Frederick MD zones. For the Potomac River...including Shepherdstown, Point of Rocks, Edwards Ferry...flooding is possible. ...FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS MORNING TO EARLY TOMORROW AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flooding is possible. * WHERE...Potomac River at Point of Rocks. * WHEN...From this morning to early tomorrow afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 14.0 feet, Water completely covers the Nolands Ferry boat ramp and begins to flood the parking lot nearby. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM EST Monday the stage was 10.3 feet, or 5.7 feet below flood stage. - Forecast...Flood stage may be reached based on the latest forecast information. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet. - Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information &&