Morgan County Office of Emergency Services WV

10/15/2026

The draft 2027 Berkeley and Morgan County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan is in the public review and comment period. It can be found on Region 9's website or follow this link https://region9wv.com/home Comments are due by October 29, 2026. If you are interested, please review and provide your input.

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10/09/2026

🍎🎉 BERKELEY SPRINGS APPLE BUTTER FESTIVAL WEEKEND — ROAD CLOSURES, WEATHER & SAFETY INFORMATION 🎉🍎

📍 A MESSAGE FROM MORGAN COUNTY WV 911

It’s festival weekend in Berkeley Springs! As residents and visitors come together to enjoy the Apple Butter Festival, Morgan County 911 wants everyone to have a wonderful, fun-filled, and SAFE weekend.

With thousands of people expected in and around downtown Berkeley Springs, please plan ahead, allow extra time for travel, watch for pedestrians, and be patient with traffic. Our community is ready to welcome visitors, and a little extra patience will go a long way!

🌤️ WEATHER THIS WEEKEND — MORGAN COUNTY, WV
Before heading out, check the latest National Weather Service forecast for Berkeley Springs and Morgan County. Fall weather can change, so dress in layers, bring comfortable walking shoes, and be prepared for changing conditions throughout the day. Check for updated forecasts before leaving home.

📅 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 — FESTIVAL SETUP & FOOD TRUCK ALLEY
🎶 Tonight’s activities:
Vendor setup in the park begins at 3:00 PM.
The parking lot behind the courthouse closes at 12:30 PM to allow vendors to set up in the b**r garden area.
The b**r garden opens at 5:00 PM and remains open until 9:00 PM.
Enjoy live music and food from vendors in the b**r garden, along with the Berkeley Springs Fire Department serving food across Mercer Street.

🚧 IMPORTANT ROAD CLOSURES
12:30 PM: The lot behind the courthouse closes for vendor setup.
2:00 PM: Independence Street closes from Wilkes Street to Washington Street and from Washington Street to Mercer Street to allow Food Truck Alley vendors to set up.
4:00 PM: No parking on Fairfax Street between Wilkes Street and Mercer Street.
5:00 PM: Fairfax Street closes between Wilkes Street and Mercer Street. All other cross streets will also close at 5:00 PM to facilitate vendor setup.
⚠️ Please obey posted closures, and ONE WAY streets, do not drive around barricades, and watch for vendors, workers, and pedestrians moving through the setup areas.

📅 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 — PARADE & A FULL DAY OF FESTIVAL FUN
🥁 The day gets underway at 9:00 AM with the annual Apple Butter Festival Parade!
The parade will travel northbound from Broadway Street near the high school to Williams Street near the old train station. Please expect temporary traffic disruptions and additional congestion along and near the parade route.

🍎 Festival highlights:
10:00 AM: Official opening of the festival.
Events and entertainment throughout the day at the gazebo and main stage in the park.
Live music and activities in the b**r garden.
6:00 PM: The main festival closes.
9:00 PM: The b**r garden closes.
🆕 NEW FOR 2026: The b**r garden will remain open until 9:00 PM on Saturday, even after the main portion of the festival closes at 6:00 PM.

🚶 With crowds gathering for the parade and throughout downtown, keep children close, use designated pedestrian areas, sidewalks on open streets, and follow instructions from law enforcement, event staff, and traffic control personnel.

📅 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 — APPLE BUTTER FESTIVAL FINALE

🏃 8:00 AM: The Apple Butter 5K takes place at Cacapon State Park. Drivers in the park should remain alert for runners and follow any event traffic directions.
⛪ 9:00 AM: Services by Berkeley Baptist Church will take place by the springs.
🍎 10:00 AM: The festival officially opens again.
🎶 Enjoy the final day of festival activities, food, music, and community fellowship before the festival closes at 4:00 PM.

Please continue to watch for pedestrians, allow extra time for travel, and follow posted parking and traffic instructions throughout Sunday.

🅿️ FREE REMOTE PARKING & SHUTTLE SERVICE
Avoid the stress of searching for a downtown parking space! FREE remote parking lots and continuous-loop FREE shuttle service will be available at the following locations:
Senior Center: 106 Sand Mine Road
Warm Springs School Complex: 271 Warm Springs Way
G*t Creek: 5270 Valley Road
Coolfont Resort: 3621 Cold Run Valley Road

There are also additional parking options close the the festival for a fee, these are not serviced by the shuttle.

🚌 Festival shuttles will drop passengers off at Fairfax Street and Mercer Street, in the middle of the festival, and will run a continuous loop throughout the festival.
Please use these designated parking areas when possible, follow parking attendants’ instructions, and never block driveways, intersections, emergency access points, or fire department access.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A SIMPLE SAFETY TIP THAT CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE
Before leaving your vehicle, take a current picture of everyone in your group!
Make sure the photo clearly shows each person and the clothing they are wearing that day.
If someone becomes separated from your group, especially a child or an older adult, this picture can help you quickly provide responders and law enforcement with an accurate, up-to-date description of what the person looks like and what they are wearing.
Also:
Choose a meeting location in case your group becomes separated.
Teach children to approach a uniformed public safety professional or an official festival information point if they need help.
Keep your phone charged and your ringer on.
If someone is missing, notify law enforcement or a public safety official promptly. Do not wait to report a missing child.

🚗 TRAVEL SAFELY & BE PATIENT
We all know that the roads around Berkeley Springs will be very congested this weekend. Please plan accordingly.

✅ Allow extra travel time and expect delays.
✅ Slow down and watch for pedestrians, cyclists, runners, and children.
✅ Never drive around road-closure barricades or enter restricted areas.
✅ Do not stop in travel lanes to drop off passengers.
✅ Put your phone away while driving and follow directions from traffic control personnel.
✅ If you plan to enjoy the b**r garden, arrange a sober ride home.

❤️ From all of us at Morgan County WV 911, we hope everyone enjoys the 2026 Apple Butter Festival! Thank you to the organizers, vendors, volunteers, first responders, and everyone helping make this beloved community tradition possible.

Have fun, look out for one another, and help us make this a safe and memorable weekend for residents and visitors alike!
Stay alert. Stay safe. Enjoy the festival! 🍎🚑

08/06/2026

following is a message from the West Virginia State Fire Marshall's Office:

Dear Community Partners:
We have launched the new digital Home Safety Survey and are asking for the community’s help in sharing it. This survey will help residents identify potential fire hazards and improve safety conditions in their homes.

The interactive survey, accessible at firemarshal.wv.gov, is available to homeowners and renters across the state.

Our goal is to provide West Virginia families with the tools they need to protect what matters most. This survey is a quick, proactive measure that helps residents spot simple fixes—like clear escape routes or working smoke alarms—before an emergency strikes. By working together, we can reduce fire risks in every corner of our state.

Key features of the survey include:

Accessibility: A 5-minute assessment designed for any household.

Actionable guidance: Immediate safety advice based on participant responses.

Data-driven results: Survey responses assist the office in identifying and addressing community-specific fire safety trends.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages all residents to complete the survey at firemarshal.wv.gov. Local fire departments can also use the tool to support community risk-reduction programs.

08/04/2026

Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. Information collected will be used to update our local Hazard Mitigation Plan. This is your chance to voice your opinion. Survey closes September 25.

Take the survey. Tell your friends.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DVY3F8M

06/29/2026

The National Weather Service is forecasting high temperatures this week and into the weekend. Cooling Centers will be open at the following locations:

Berkeley Springs Senior Center, located at 106 Sand Mine Road, on Monday-Thursday from 8am-4pm,

Paw Paw Senior Center, located at 783 Wi******er Street on Monday-Thursday 8am -12:30pm,

Paw Paw Volunteer Fire Department on Wednesday and Thursday from noon-5pm and Friday from 8am-5pm,

Morgan County Library during business hours.

Additional shelters will be opened should the need arise.

Both the Berkeley Springs State Park and the Cacapon State Park offer options for staying cool.

Drinking water is always available at Berkeley Springs State Park (Bring your own containers).

Remember to stay hydrated!

Do not leave children or pets unattended in cars.

Check on your neighbors.

If you are need of further non-emergency assistance or information, call 304-258-0305. Call 911 for all emergencies!

Morgan County WV 911 Morgan County Sheriff's Department Morgan County West Virginia

06/25/2026

NEW EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM FOR MORGAN COUNTY

The Morgan County Office of Emergency Services, Morgan County WV 911 and Morgan County West Virginia are excited to announce the implementation of Smart911 as Morgan County's Official Public Emergency Alert System.

Smart911 allows residents, businesses, and visitors to receive important emergency notifications directly to their phones, email, or other devices. These alerts may include severe weather
warnings, evacuation notices, road closures, public safety emergencies, and other critical information affecting our community.

By creating a free Smart911 Safety Profile, you can provide valuable information about your household, family members, pets, medical needs, and emergency contacts. This information is
available to 9-1-1 dispatchers and first responders during an emergency, helping them provide faster and more effective assistance when seconds matter.

� Receive timely emergency alerts
� Create a free, secure Safety Profile
� Help first responders better assist you and your family

We encourage all Morgan County residents to sign up today and stay informed when emergencies occur.

Together, we can make Morgan County a safer and more prepared community.

Sign up Link or copy and paste link in web browser: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=morgancountywv

You may also scan the QR Code on the flyer below. For more information on Smart911, please visit https://morgancountywv.gov/ and click on the green "Sign up for Alerts" button.

03/16/2026

The National Weather Service has issued tornado watch 67 in
effect until 7 PM EDT this evening for the following areas

the district of columbia

in maryland this watch includes 14 counties

in central maryland

anne arundel howard
montgomery
prince georges

in north central maryland

carroll frederick
washington

in northeast maryland

cecil

in northern maryland

baltimore
baltimore city
harford

in southern maryland

calvert charles
st. marys

in virginia this watch includes 21 counties

in central virginia

city of fredericksburg
king george orange
spotsylvania

in northern virginia

arlington
city of alexandria
city of fairfax
city of falls church
city of manassas
city of manassas park
culpeper fairfax
fauquier loudoun
prince william
stafford

in northwest virginia

city of wi******er
clarke frederick
rappahannock warren

in west virginia this watch includes 3 counties

in panhandle west virginia

berkeley jefferson
morgan

this includes the cities of aberdeen, alexandria, annapolis,
arlington, arnold, aspen hill, ballenger creek, baltimore,
bel air, berryville, bethesda, bowie, california, camp springs,
catonsville, chantilly, charles town, chesapeake beach, clinton,
college park, columbia, culpeper, dahlgren, dundalk, dunkirk,
edgewood, eldersburg, elkton, ellicott city, ess*x, fairfax,
falls church, fallston, falmouth, frederick, fredericksburg,
front royal, gaithersburg, germantown, glen burnie, gordonsville,
greenbelt, hagerstown, havre de grace, herndon, huntingtown,
joppatowne, laurel, leesburg, lexington park, lusby, manassas,
manassas park, martinsburg, mclean, north beach, odenton, orange,
parkville, paw paw, pikesville, potomac, prince frederick,
randallstown, reston, rockville, severn, severna park,
shepherdstown, silver spring, south gate,
spotsylvania courthouse, st. charles, sterling,
suitland-silver hill, towson, waldorf, warrenton, washington,
washington, westminster, wi******er, wi******er, and woodbridge.

03/15/2026

Severe storms are possible tomorrow. Please stay aware of the weather in your area. Heed official watches and warnings issued by the National Weather Service. As a reminder, a Warning means the situation is imminent, a Watch means the conditions are favorable. The most intetior room and in the lowest level of your home is the best place to seek shelter.

Further information will be provided if needed. Have a safe day!

01/23/2026

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1003 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026
..WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations between 12 and 18 inches, with highest amounts north
and west of US-340. Ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch,
mainly south and east of US-340.

* WHERE...Portions of north central Maryland, northern and northwest
Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Saturday to 4 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will likely overspread the area Saturday
night, becoming heavy at times with rates of one to two inches per
hour possible at times. A mix with sleet or freezing rain is
expected Sunday. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is
possible at times. A prolonged period very cold wind chills is
likely beginning Friday evening and lasting through the middle of
next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

01/22/2026

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
216 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026
..MAJOR WINTER STORM POSSIBLE THIS WEEKEND...
A large area of precipitation will overrun Arctic air in place over
the Mid-Atlantic. This will likely lead to widespread significant
snow beginning late Saturday, with the potential for ice Sunday
especially south of Highway 50 and near and east of Interstate 95.
In addition to the high threat for significant snow and ice, very
cold temperatures are expected Friday night through the middle of
next week with sub-zero wind chills likely at times.
..WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow mixed with sleet and freezing rain possible.
There is a high likelihood of at least 5 inches of snow, with over
10 inches possible. Ice accumulation is also possible, especially
south of Interstate 70.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north-central, and northern Maryland,
central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia, and eastern
West Virginia.

* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through late Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will likely overspread the area by
Saturday evening, becoming heavy at times Saturday night with
rates of one to two inches per hour possible at times. A mix with
sleet or freezing rain is possible Sunday, especially south of
Interstate 70. Significant icing is possible especially across
central Virginia. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is
possible at times. A prolonged period wind chills in the teens and
single digits is likely beginning Friday evening and lasting
through the middle of next week, with sub-zero wind chills
possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Now is
the time to make preparations for the storm. This includes getting
any necessary groceries or medicines that you may not be able to
access this weekend into early next week due to any potential
closure. Have an emergency kit in the car including extra batteries,
a flashlight, and blanket just in case you get stranded. Make sure
to refuel or charge your car before the storm hits. Check on elderly
friends, family, and neighbors and don't forget about pets or
livestock during this prolonged cold period.