West Virginia is shifting from emergency response to long-term flood recovery, with nearly 3,000 tons of debris removed and utilities largely restored. State crews, first responders and volunteers continue cleanup and aid in hard-hit counties.
Upshur County Sheriff Mike Coffman said missing person Billy Heater has been found safe. Law enforcement continues to deliver supplies, check on residents and monitor for looting around the county.
The Buckhannon City Council will hold a special meeting on July 30, 2026. View the meeting agenda.
Two official funds are collecting financial donations to support flood recovery needs across Upshur County. The City of Buckhannon and Upshur County Commission will oversee the distribution of funds to those most in need, including residents facing severe damage or displacement.
Two rounds of storms will cross Upshur County tonight and Tuesday, with damaging winds the main threat. Localized flash flooding remains possible due to the saturated ground, but rainfall amounts should stay well below last week’s catastrophic totals.
The West Virginia Army National Guard is not halting debris collection in Upshur County on Tuesday as previously announced. Free flood debris pickup will continue until the work is done, but residents are asked to get damaged items to the curb as soon as possible.
Officials seek expedited federal aid after storms destroyed 33 homes and damaged hundreds in Upshur and Lewis counties. Residents are asked to place flood debris at the curb for free pickup and report damage to help secure assistance.
A French Creek man faces multiple charges after allegedly driving through a flood barricade on Stonecoal Road, fleeing and resisting deputies. The road remains closed as crews make emergency repairs, and officials warn of zero tolerance for violations.
A man was arrested after allegedly attempting to cash a fraudulent check at a local bank, as well as at other banks in the region.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey visited Pleasants and Lewis counties to assess storm, flood and tornado recovery efforts. State crews, first responders and volunteers are clearing debris, repairing infrastructure and delivering supplies to affected residents.
