WHEELING, WV (LOOTPRESS) – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has confirmed that multiple people have died and others remain missing following severe flash flooding in Wheeling late Saturday night.
“Very sad to share that last night’s flash flooding in Wheeling has resulted in multiple fatalities, with some folks still missing,” Morrisey stated Sunday morning.
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In response to the disaster, the governor has declared a state of emergency for Ohio County.
State agencies, including the Division of Natural Resources and West Virginia State Police, have been deployed to assist with ongoing search and rescue operations.
“State resources are on the ground assisting local officials with search and rescue, including DNR and the State Police,” Morrisey said. “Division of Highways is already clearing roads and debris, and I have directed the National Guard to provide all necessary assistance.”
Morrisey urged residents to remain cautious as more storms are expected in the region.
“Please keep this community in your prayers,” he said. “More storms are expected in the region today. Please follow all directives from local and state emergency management officials and do not attempt to drive through flooded roads.”
