SUMMERS COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Flash Flood Emergency remains in effect until 10:45 p.m. as heavy rainfall continues to cause dangerous conditions throughout the county.
Officials are urging residents to avoid flood-prone areas and roads covered in water, as creeks have already overflowed their banks and are expected to rise further.
In response to the flooding threat, Summers County officials have declared a County State of Emergency, which went into effect at 4 p.m. today.
This precautionary measure will allow the county to access state and external emergency resources should significant flooding occur.
The Greenbrier River at Alderson is now expected to crest at 16.5 feet by 7 a.m. Monday, which could impact multiple roads, seasonal camps, and campgrounds along the river.
Officials commended many campers for moving their property to higher ground, noting that John Henry Park currently has 50 campers with space for more.
Rainfall amounts across the county range from 1 to 2 inches, leading to standing and moving water on roads, overwhelmed culverts, and rockslides. Authorities are urging extreme caution for travelers.
Residents are asked to report flooded roads, rockslides, mudslides, and other hazards by calling or texting 911.
