McDowell County resident comments on flood damage
Many people in southern West Virginia were affected by flooding that swept through the state in February 2025. Heather Bailey, a resident of the Panther area of McDowell
Flood cleanup continues in McDowell County amid freezing temperatures and snow
A major cleanup and extensive road repairs are still ahead for McDowell County, which was hit hard by flooding that left three people dead.Bitter cold and snow
McDowell County confirms 3 dead in Southern West Virginia floods
Three people died from floodwater in McDowell County, County Commissioner Michael Brooks confirmed in a livestreamed news conference Tuesday.
Details released on McDowell County flooding deaths
More details were released about the three people who died in the McDowell County floods. According to the West Virginia State Police, on Monday, February 17, 2025,
Troopers confirm man from McDowell County killed in flooding, at least two still missing
West Virginia State Police have confirmed that the person killed in the flood this weekend is from McDowell County. Troopers said the man was in a vehicle that was washed away by high water. His body was found in the Tug River Monday. His name has not been released.
Authorities recover second missing person in McDowell County flood
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A second individual who died in the weekend flooding in McDowell County has been found. Governor Patrick Morrisey identified the two victims who were recovered on back-to-back days as Donald and Debbie Griffin of Welch.
Multiple missing in Mcdowell County after flooding, officials say
MCDOWELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WVVA) - There are multiple people missing in McDowell County after heavy downpours moved through the area Saturday night, causing major flooding. McDowell County Commissioner Michael Brooks confirmed to WVVA that there are several missing and unaccounted for across the county.
Officials in McDowell County provide the latest in flood-related news, cleanup, and more
County officials in McDowell County are still analyzing the damage and getting the latest on the impacts. 59News got the chance to catch up with Bobby Bowman, Emergency Manager for McDowell County. Bowman can confirm that so far,
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West Virginia waiting on emergency disaster declaration after flooding
West Virginia is still waiting on approval from the federal government for an emergency disaster declaration filed by Gov.
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McDowell, Mingo school systems helping meet basic needs of their communities following flood
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Despite the devastating flooding that brought damages last weekend, three county school systems are working to help those in need in their communities while trying to et students ...
West Virginia continues to wait on disaster declaration approval after flooding
The southern portions of West Virginia continue to recover after intense flooding, particularly Mingo and McDowell counties.
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Names, information released on West Virginia flood-related deaths
According to the release, Senior Trooper K. M. Saddler conducted a death investigation and identified the deceased as an ...
Spark of Love Foundation supports West Virginia flood victims
The Spark of Love Foundation hosted a food and supply drive at the Tyler Mountain Fire Department on Sunday for West ...
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River flooding proves to be driving force in southern WV devastation as Tug Fork rivals highest recorded crest
The Tug Fork River came close to the highest recorded crest in both Kermit and Williamson, second only to the 1977 flood.
Sheriff's deputies travel to McDowell County to assist with flood relief efforts
As residents in West Virginia respond to devastating floods, deputies are stepping up to help those hit hardest by severe ...
Charleston Police deliver donations to McDowell County flood victims
Members of the Charleston Police Department and the Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association traveled to McDowell County Saturday to help out people affected by recent flooding.