Gov. Justice adds 14 counties to last week's State of Emergency

4/12/2024

Gov. Justice adds 14 counties to last week's State of Emergency
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has amended last week's State of Emergency to include Boone, Braxton, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson, Logan, Mingo, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wayne, Wirt counties after severe thunderstorms caused tornados, flooding, downed trees, power outages, and road blockages. 
 
On April 2nd, Gov. Justice originally issued a State of Emergency for Fayette, Kanawha, Lincoln, and Nicholas counties. On April 4th, Gov. Justice added Barbour, Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Ohio, Wetzel, and Wood counties to the original declaration. On April 8th, Gov. Justice also added Pleasants County. 

A total of 26 counties are under a State of Emergency because of last week’s severe weather.

The State of Emergency declaration is a proactive measure ensuring the allocation of necessary resources and expediting emergency response efforts. It allows state and local agencies to take swift and decisive actions to mitigate the impact of dangers in an effort to protect the lives and property of West Virginians.

Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and monitor official emergency management and local media accounts for updates.

Last week, Gov. Justice issued a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties, which is still in effect. 

Important links:

WV 511 - Road Conditions and Cameras

Non-Emergency Assistance Phone Numbers

National Weather Service Charleston

National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington (Eastern Panhandle)

National Weather Service Blacksburg (Southeast WV)

National Weather Service Pittsburgh (Northern Panhandle)
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Contact Information

CJ Harvey, cj.harvey@wv.gov; Rachael Harper, rachael.a.harper@wv.gov

Contact

Office of the Governor
State Capitol, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E
Charleston, WV 25305

Office Phone:
304.558.2000 or 1.888.438.2731

Governor's Mansion:
304.558.3588

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