West Virginia Adds 14 More Counties to Emergency List

(TNS) - Gov. Jim Justice has amended the early April State of Emergency to include Boone, Braxton, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson, Logan, Mingo, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wayne and Wirt counties after severe thunderstorms caused tornados, flooding, downed trees, power outages, and road blockages.

On April 2, Gov. Justice originally issued a State of Emergency for Fayette, Kanawha, Lincoln and Nicholas counties. On April 4, he added Barbour, Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Ohio, Wetzel and Wood counties to the original declaration. On April 8, the governor also added Pleasants County.

A total of 26 counties are under a State of Emergency because of the 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.

At the time, Justice also issued a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties, which is still in effect.

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