* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 18 below expected. * WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas and Southeast Randolph Counties. * WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 11 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia may occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Forest Service Cranberry Campground in West Virginia is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is between 600 to 1,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) with class II-III rapids, providing a fun and challenging experience for intermediate and advanced paddlers. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 5.5 miles, with specific river rapids and obstacles such as the "Big Rock" and "S-Turn," which require skill and precision to navigate.
There are specific regulations in place to protect the natural environment of the area, such as a limit of 20 people per group and no camping or fires allowed within 100 feet of the river. Additionally, there are restrictions on the use of alcohol and drugs, as well as a requirement for all participants to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times.
Sources including American Whitewater and the U.S. Forest Service confirm the accuracy of this information. It is important to note that water levels can fluctuate rapidly, and paddlers should always check with local authorities for updated information on streamflow and weather conditions before embarking on this or any other whitewater journey.
| Last Updated | 2026-01-25 |
| River Levels | 48 cfs (2.42 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 58% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Run Length | 12.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 03187500 |
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