CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Friday that the State of West Virginia will appeal the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s denial of a major disaster declaration for Boone and Logan counties following severe weather that struck the region earlier this summer.
“Our administration remains fully committed to fighting for the families and communities impacted by these devastating June storms,” said Governor Morrisey.
“While we are grateful to the federal administration for their rapid approval earlier of our disaster declaration for Upshur and Lewis counties, we know the folks in Boone and Logan counties still desperately need relief.”
Severe storms on June 22-23, 2026, caused extensive flooding, landslides and mudslides in Boone and Logan counties, resulting in significant damage to homes and local infrastructure.
Following the storms, the state requested Individual Assistance (IA) funding from FEMA to help affected residents recover, along with Hazard Mitigation (HM) funding to support projects aimed at reducing the impact of future disasters. FEMA recently denied the request.
The West Virginia Emergency Management Division has 30 days from the Aug. 3 denial notice to submit additional documentation, damage assessments and supplemental information as part of the appeal.
Residents of Boone and Logan counties who need immediate assistance are encouraged to contact their local county emergency management agency. Questions regarding Individual Assistance or the state’s appeal may also be directed to the West Virginia Emergency Management Division at 304-558-5380.
