14-05-2025
Morrisey declares State of Emergency in Mineral County amid severe flooding
KEYSER, (WBOY) — After severe flooding struck parts of Maryland and West Virginia's eastern panhandle Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Emergency in Mineral County.
According to a release Tuesday night, the State of Emergency mobilizes personnel and resources to respond to Mineral County, it also allocates certain administrative powers to GE McCabe, the Director of the West Virginia Emergency Management Division (WVEMD). The State of Emergency is scheduled to be in effect for 30 days unless terminated early.
SEE IT: Flooding strikes Western Maryland, Eastern Panhandle
Earlier in the day, Gov. Morrisey ordered the activation of the State Emergency Operations Center to coordinate evacuations in Mineral County and 'fulfill any ongoing needs' that arise.
Mineral County Emergency Management and 911 said in a social media post Tuesday night that Keyser received about 6.25 inches of rain over the past 24 hours. Officials requested that no organized donation drives be created until they know the extent of the damage and what is needed. An updated list of supplies will be provided here.
The governor and WVEMD have asked all West Virginians to remain attentive to local weather conditions and follow any instructions relayed to them by emergency officials.
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