Boone County Emergency Management Agency

10/15/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Flash Flood Warning issued October 14 at 8:28PM EDT until October 14 at 11:30PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV

SUMMARY:
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FFWRLX

The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
North Central Boone County in central West Virginia...
Central Kanawha County in central West Virginia...
East Central Lincoln County in central West Virginia...

* Until 1130 PM EDT.

* At 828 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash
flooding is already occurring in Malden.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Charleston, South Charleston, Chesapeake, Marmet, Belle, Coal Fork,
Alum Creek and Pond Gap.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 96 and 99. Route
119 between mile markers 67 and 79. West Virginia Turnpike between
mile markers 88 and 95.

AFFECTS: Boone, WV; Kanawha, WV; Lincoln, WV

INSTRUCTION: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/vziw8mW

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 10/14/26 8:28 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 10/14/26 11:30 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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FFWRLX

The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a

* Flash Flood Warning for...
North Central Boone County in central West Virginia...
Central Kanawha County in central West Virginia...
East Central Lincoln County in central West Virginia...

* Until 1130 PM EDT.

* At 828 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash
flooding is already occurring in Malden.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Charleston, South Charleston, Chesapeake, Marmet, Belle, Coal Fork,
Alum Creek and Pond Gap.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 77 in West Virginia between mile markers 96 and 99. Route
119 between mile markers 67 and 79. West Virginia Turnpike between
mile markers 88 and 95.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/vziw8mW

10/07/2026

📞 Continuing to Learn. Continuing to Serve.

This week, members of the Boone County 911 team attended the 2026 West Virginia 911 Telecommunicator Conference in Bridgeport, WV, joining 911 professionals from across the state for several days of training, education, networking, and professional development.

Pictured from left to right:
Brian Brake – Telecommunicator
Michael Mayhorn – Director
Ashley Marino – Telecommunicator
Brooklyn Henry – Telecommunicator
Anthony Runyon – Telecommunicator

The technology, responsibilities, and challenges of emergency communications are constantly evolving. Continuing education opportunities like the WV 911 Conference allow our staff to learn from instructors, industry professionals, and fellow telecommunicators while bringing new knowledge, ideas, and best practices back home to Boone County.

When someone calls 911, they are often experiencing one of the most difficult or frightening moments of their life. The voice answering that call must be prepared to quickly gather critical information, provide appropriate guidance, coordinate emergency responders, and remain calm when every second matters.

That level of service requires more than simply answering a telephone—it requires training, education, experience, and an ongoing commitment to the profession.

Boone County 911 is committed to investing in our people and providing opportunities for our telecommunicators to continue developing their knowledge and skills. What our employees learn through opportunities like this is brought back and shared within our center, strengthening our entire team and helping us provide the best possible service to our citizens and first responders.

We are proud of these members of our team for investing in their profession and representing Boone County 911 at this year's conference.

Because when Boone County calls, we want to make sure trained professionals are ready to answer. 📞🚓🚒🚑

10/06/2026

09/25/2026

FLOOD RECOVERY UPDATE – MORRISVALE & HORSE CREEK AREA
14:24 - 9/25/2026

Recovery efforts continue today, and we want to make sure residents affected by the flooding have the latest information and know where assistance is available.

💉 Tetanus Shots – TODAY ONLY
Free tetanus vaccinations are available today at the Morrisvale Community Center. As of 1:30 PM, 15 vaccinations have been administered. Tetanus shots will NOT be available Saturday.

📦 Supplies – Saturday
The Morrisvale Community Center, 6492 Horse Creek Road, Spurlockville, will be open Saturday from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM. Cleanup and other supplies will be available for affected residents.

🗑️ Dumpsters Available All Weekend
Dumpsters are located at Maple Hill Missionary Baptist Church and will remain available throughout the weekend for flood-related debris.

❤️ American Red Cross
Red Cross representatives are now in the affected area and beginning to meet directly with flood victims to assess individual and household needs and determine what additional assistance may be available.

📋 PLEASE CONTINUE TO REPORT YOUR DAMAGE
If your home, property, or business was damaged by the flooding, please report it — even if you have already cleaned up, made repairs, or contacted another agency. These reports are important in documenting the full impact of this event and identifying community needs.

🌐 Report online: www.boonewv.com
☎️ Need assistance reporting? Call 2-1-1.

Please continue to use caution while cleaning up and check on your neighbors, especially those who may need additional assistance.

09/25/2026

🚨 MORRISVALE FLOOD RECOVERY UPDATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 🚨

Recovery efforts continue today in the Morrisvale area. If you or your family were affected by the flooding, several resources are available:

🧹 CLEANUP SUPPLIES: Flood cleanup supplies are available at the Morrisvale Community Center until 6:00 PM today.

💉 FREE TETANUS SHOTS: The Lincoln County Health Department is set up at the Morrisvale Community Center today providing FREE tetanus vaccinations for residents.

🗑️ FLOOD DEBRIS: Dumpsters are available at Maple Hill Missionary Baptist Church for residents to dispose of flood-damaged household items and debris.

📋 PLEASE REPORT YOUR DAMAGE: If your home or property was affected by the flooding, we still need you to complete a damage report. Please report your damage even if EMA, the National Guard, fire department, or another agency has already visited your property.

🌐 Visit www.boonewv.com and click “Report Damage Here.”

☎️ If you are unable to complete the report online, call United Way at 2-1-1 between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM for assistance.

These reports are important as we continue documenting the full impact of the flooding and identifying the needs of our community.

Please share this information with your neighbors, friends and family, especially those who may not have access to Facebook.

We appreciate everyone who has helped with the response and recovery and the many neighbors who continue helping one another.

09/24/2026

⚠️ Tomorrow 9/25/2026 ⚠️

09/24/2026

🚨 MORRISVALE AREA FLOODING — COMMUNITY UPDATE 🚨

Boone County Emergency Management and our local, state, and volunteer partners continue working in the Morrisvale area following yesterday’s significant flooding. Our response has now transitioned primarily into damage assessment, cleanup, and recovery operations.

Here are several important updates for affected residents:

🧹 CLEANUP SUPPLIES: The Morrisvale Community Center is open today until 6:00 PM with flood cleanup supplies available for affected residents. The center will also be open tomorrow.

💉 TETANUS VACCINATIONS: The Boone County Health Department is set up at the Morrisvale Community Center and is providing tetanus vaccinations for residents.

🗑️ DEBRIS DISPOSAL: The Boone County Commission is providing dumpsters for residents cleaning up flood-damaged materials. The dumpsters will be located at the wide spot past the Morrisvale Fire Department on Horse Creek Road.

🇺🇸 DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS: The West Virginia National Guard completed its initial field damage assessments around 12:30 PM today. We are awaiting their assessment report. Boone County EMA is also continuing to assess and document impacts throughout the affected area.

❤️ ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE: The American Red Cross is mobilizing resources to the area, including flood cleanup kits. We have also requested lime through VOAD for delivery to Morrisvale Fire Department to assist with cleanup efforts.

📋 PLEASE REPORT YOUR DAMAGE! Even if you have already spoken with 911, the fire department, or another agency, we need affected residents to submit a damage report.

🌐 Go to www.boonewv.com and click “Report Damage Here.”

☎️ If you cannot complete the form online, call United Way at 2-1-1 between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM for assistance.

These reports are extremely important. They help us determine the extent of the damage, identify unmet needs, document the impact to our community, and support requests for potential state and federal assistance.

Please share this post, especially with family, friends, and neighbors in the affected area who may not have access to Facebook.

We appreciate everyone who has assisted with the response and everyone in the community who continues helping their neighbors as recovery begins.

09/24/2026

⚠️ BOONE COUNTY FLOOD DAMAGE REPORTING & RECOVERY UPDATE ⚠️

If your home or property was damaged by today’s flooding in Boone County, please report that damage as soon as you are safely able to do so.

🌐 REPORT ONLINE: Visit www.boonewv.com and click the “Report Damage Here” link. Please provide as much information as possible and include photos of the damage when available.

☎️ NEED HELP REPORTING? If you are unable to complete the report online, call United Way at 2-1-1 between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM for assistance.

Please report your damage even if you have already contacted 911, a fire department, or another agency. These reports help Boone County Emergency Management document the extent of the disaster, identify unmet needs, and support requests for potential state and federal assistance.

Additional resources will be in the affected area tomorrow morning:

🇺🇸 West Virginia National Guard personnel will be in the area conducting initial damage assessments. Boone County EMA has requested a National Guard damage assessment team through the state.

❤️ American Red Cross personnel will also be coming into the affected area and will have flood cleanup kits available for residents impacted by the flooding.

Please share this information with friends, family, and neighbors in the affected areas, especially those who may not have internet or Facebook access.

Your damage report matters. It helps us develop an accurate picture of the impact across Boone County and ensures that damage and needs are properly documented as recovery efforts move forward.

09/24/2026

⚠️ THIS ALERT IS NO LONGER ACTIVE OR HAS BEEN SUPERSEDED BY ANOTHER ALERT ⚠️

Flash Flood Warning issued September 23 at 10:06PM EDT until September 23 at 10:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV

SUMMARY:
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The heavy rain has ended. Flood waters have receded. Flooding is no
longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining
road closures.

AFFECTS: Boone, WV; Logan, WV

INSTRUCTION: [None]

URL TO CAMPAIGN DETAILS (WITH UP-TO-DATE WEATHER ALERT DETAILS):
https://hrpow.us/y2epeXz

URGENCY: Immediate

SEVERITY: Severe

CERTAINTY: Likely

EFFECTIVE DATE: 9/23/26 10:06 PM EST

EXPIRATION DATE: 9/23/26 10:15 PM EST

FULL ALERT TEXT:
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The heavy rain has ended. Flood waters have receded. Flooding is no
longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining
road closures.

See the full message w/ attachments at:
https://hrpow.us/y2epeXz