West Virginia, Disaster area

Here’s where people in West Virginia counties without FEMA aid can find help after floods
Only four of the 15 West Virginia counties that were listed on the application for the Emergency Disaster Declaration have been approved for FEMA support, according to Gov. Patrick Morrisey. The other counties are still in limbo,
Major Disaster Declaration approved by President Trump for counties in West Virginia
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that a major disaster declaration was approved for counties in West Virginia following the flooding in February. According to a
West Virginia continues to wait on disaster declaration approval after flooding
The southern portions of West Virginia continue to recover after intense flooding, particularly Mingo and McDowell counties. Earlier this week, Governor Patrick
10 West Virginia counties await flood relief
Crum, West Virginia is just one of many areas in Wayne County that was affected by flooding, leaving behind water damaged roads, homes, cars, and other property. Donald Carey and Catherine Endocott say they’re still recovering after severe weather hit the area on February 15th causing their nearby creek to
'We were grateful': Major Disaster Declaration gets 4 WV counties some FEMA help
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Feb. 26, 2025 that the federal government accepted his request for Individual Assistance in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo and Wyoming counties. Other counties in the request still remain under consideration by FEMA according to the press release.
West Virginia receives disaster declaration from Pres. Trump
I’m grateful to President Trump and Secretary Noem for stepping up to support West Virginians in need. Thank you as well to Senators Capito and Justice, and to Representatives Miller and Moore, for their efforts.
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FEMA may be in southern West Virginia in a matter of days
The details for establishing a disaster recovery center as well as other planned work for the agency are still being worked ...
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Flood survivors in Southwest Virginia wait on federal assistance decision
After flooding swept through central Appalachia earlier this month, President Trump approved a major disaster declaration for ...
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Ground to Cover: Recent deluges shine light on West Virginia’s need for flood mitigation
It’s a story told nearly every winter: rain combined with snowmelt have caused dangerous flooding across the state. West ...
Donation drive set to assist flood victims in southern West Virginia: How to help
The drive is seeking hand tools, cleaning supplies, work gloves, garbage bags, hygiene items, diapers, and new pillows and ...
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Cunningham says Kentucky’s initial request for disaster assistance following recent flooding different than West Virginia’s
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — State Homeland Security Secretary Rob Cunningham says West Virginia’s request for federal disaster ...
Snow blankets parts of West Virginia already trying to recover from recent flooding
Much of the region woke up to a coating of snow Wednesday morning, leading to school closures and slick roads in areas still ...
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How a few inches of rain turned ‘catastrophic’ in Kentucky and West Virginia
The death toll from the floods rose Tuesday to 14 in Kentucky and three in West Virginia, the governors of the two states said. The same storm system also killed a person in Georgia when strong ...
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Vienna gathers water, cleaning supplies for West Virginia flood victims
Community spirit and generosity thrive within Vienna city limits in response to recent devastating floods in McDowell County ...
Donations continue for flood damaged areas
Organizers across the area are still accepting donations for the people in the southern counties of West Virginia, who are recovering after the devastating floo ...