The flood watch remains in place until 8 p.m. July 21 for the Louisville area, the National Weather Service said.

The National Weather Service urged people to avoid travel if a flash flood warning was in place for their area.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The National Weather Service has extended a flood watch into early Saturday morning for nearly all of West Virginia.

WHAT: Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

Senator Shelley Moore Capito has reported that the White House is set to approve West Virginia's flood disaster declaration early next week, unlocking FEMA and providing federal aid to communities affected by last month's flash flooding.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The atmosphere over West Virginia could produce heavy storms any afternoon over the next several days, according to the National Weather Service.

Flood Watch issued by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington due to excessive rainfall, with potential flash flooding in DC, MD, VA, and WV. Heavy showers expected; weekly forecast includes thunderstorms and high humidity.

Straighter, smoother streams flow more violently than those that meander due to a reduction in friction. Areas with steeper terrain can see water accelerate downhill at a much faster rate causing a more destructive flash flood than flatter, open areas.

The death toll from the West Virginia flash flood over Father's Day weekend has risen to seven, while one person remains missing. Victims include a 3-year-old and her mother.