Severe Flash Floods in West Virginia Lead to Multiple Fatalities and State of Emergency
Torrential rains in West Virginia have caused flash floods, resulting in at least six deaths, numerous missing individuals, and widespread damage across several counties.
Flash floods kill at least five in West Virginia
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Overview
- Heavy rainfall of 2.5 to 4 inches in Wheeling and Ohio County led to flash floods, causing significant destruction and loss of life.
- At least six fatalities have been reported, including a six-year-old child, with four individuals still missing amidst ongoing rescue efforts.
- Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency on June 15, as the floods impacted homes, businesses, and infrastructure across the region.
- The floods have caused power outages affecting 2,500 to 4,000 residents, with reports of partial building collapses and extensive road damage.
- Authorities are conducting structural assessments on bridges and other infrastructure due to debris from the floods, with a flood watch still in effect.
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Analysis
Emphasizes the severe impact of flash floods in West Virginia, including fatalities and building collapses.
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency on June 15.
A flood watch remains in effect with heavy rainfall expected across much of the state through June 17.
An apartment building in Fairmont partially collapsed on June 15 due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
Articles (6)
"…Flash flooding caused by torrential rains killed five people in northern West Virginia and rescue crews were searching for three other people who were missing Sunday as authorities assessed damage to roads, bridges, natural gas lines and other infrastructure."
PBS NewsHour·5d·"…Flash flooding caused by torrential rains killed at least six people – including a six-year-old child – in northern West Virginia, and rescue crews were searching for missing people on Sunday, while authorities were assessing damage to roads, bridges, natural gas lines and other infrastructure."
The Guardian·6d·"…Torrential rains brought severe floodwaters to West Virginia on June 14, leaving five dead and at least four others missing, authorities said."
USA TODAY·5d·"…Flash flooding from torrential rains has left five people dead and four others missing in West Virginia."
USA TODAY·6d·"…The death toll from weekend flooding in West Virginia rose to six as residents tried to clean up with the threat of more rain on the way."
Associated Press·5d·"…Flash flooding damaged roads, bridges, homes, and other infrastructure, according to local officials."
World News Group·6d·FAQ
The flash floods particularly impacted Wheeling and Ohio County, where heavy rainfall of 2.5 to 4 inches caused significant flooding and damage.
At least six fatalities have been reported, including a six-year-old child, and four individuals are still missing amid ongoing rescue efforts.
Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a state of emergency on June 15 in response to the floods, facilitating emergency management and rescue operations.
The floods caused power outages affecting between 2,500 to 4,000 residents, reports of partial building collapses, extensive road damage, and ongoing structural assessments on bridges and other infrastructure due to debris.
A flood watch is still in effect as authorities continue to monitor the situation and conduct rescue and assessment efforts.
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