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Marion County
Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management
50 Centerview Dr
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 366-0196

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*****IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY CALL 911*****

10/26/2026

**UTILITY ISSUED A BOIL WATER NOTICE**

On October 25, 2026 a water problem occurred Morgan Ridge Road testing site, causing contamination of your water.
Conditions indicate there is a high probability that your water is contaminated testing has not occurred to confirm or deny the presence of contamination in your water.
Do not drink the water without boiling it first, bring all water to a boil. Let it boil for one minute and let it cool before using or used bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making Ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, bathing, and food preparation until further notice boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.
The entire water system has been affected. There is a low chlorine residual detected in the water system. We will inform you when you no longer need to boil your water we anticipate resolving the problem within 48 hours.
This notice is being sent to you by Sugar Lane water Association.

10/21/2026

🚨📞 NOW HIRING — JOIN OUR 911 DISPATCH CENTER! 📞🚨

Marion County Emergency Communications is looking for our next Public Safety Dispatcher!

❤️ NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED — PAID ON-THE-JOB TRAINING!

Have you ever wanted a career where you can truly make a difference? Are you someone who can think quickly, multitask, remain calm under pressure, and help others during their most difficult moments?

Then we want YOU to apply!

Being a 911 dispatcher isn’t just answering a phone. It’s being the calm voice in someone’s worst moment, the lifeline between those needing help and the first responders rushing to provide it.

🚔 Law Enforcement
🚒 Fire Services
🚑 Emergency Medical Services

As an Emergency Communications Trainee, you’ll learn to:

✅ Answer and prioritize emergency and non-emergency calls.

✅ Dispatch police, fire, and EMS personnel.

✅ Communicate clearly while handling multiple tasks at once.

✅ Use mapping and location technology to assist emergency responders.

✅ Make critical decisions while remaining calm under pressure.

✅ Work as part of a team dedicated to protecting our community.

📚 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

⭐ No previous dispatch experience necessary!

⭐ Strong communication and typing skills.

⭐ Ability to multitask and pay attention to details.

⭐ Willingness to learn and grow.

⭐ Dependability, professionalism, and a desire to help others.

⭐ Someone who can handle a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.

🕒 WORK SCHEDULE:

12-hour shifts

☀️ Day Shift: 7 AM – 7 PM

🌙 Night Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM

📋 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must complete the official Marion County Employment Application, including employment history, references, and required background check forms. Pre-employment testing and an in-person interview are also required.

📩 HOW TO APPLY:

Download the application here:

https://www.marioncountywv.com/document_center/Application.doc

Completed applications can be submitted:

📍 In person or by mail to the Marion County DHSEM Office

📧 By email: [email protected]

❤️ THIS IS MORE THAN A JOB. IT’S A CALLING.

Not everyone is cut out for emergency communications, but for the right person, it can become one of the most rewarding careers you’ll ever have.

You’ll be the voice someone remembers, even if they never know your name. You’ll help people on their worst days, support the men and women responding to emergencies, and become part of something much bigger than yourself.

You don’t need experience. You just need the willingness to learn, the ability to stay focused, and a heart for helping others.

🚨 Your next career could start with one application!

📢 PLEASE SHARE! Help us reach someone who might be the perfect addition to our 911 family!

10/13/2026

***PUBLIC NOTICE***
*TOWN OF WORTHINGTON*

BOIL WATER ADVISORY LIFTED

We just received notification that the boil water advisory that was in place on Aug 4, 2026 has been lifted as of Oct 9, 2026.

10/04/2026

***UPDATE***

Roadway is now open

***ROADWAY INFORMATION***

Route 73 South Middletown road will be closed at the Marion and Taylor line for an extended period of time due to a vehicle accident.

10/01/2026

***NOTICE***

This Boil Water Notice has been lifted. October 1, 2026

09/29/2026

***BOIL WATER NOTICE***

On September 29, 2026, a water problem occurred in Carolina, causing contamination of your water. The areas that are affected are as follows:
Carolina community

Conditions indicate there is a high probability that your water is contaminated. Testing has not occurred to confirm or deny the presence of contamination in your water.

What should I do?
Do not drink the water without boiling it first. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, bathing, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.

What happened? What is being done?
A waterline break. We will be taking water samples to be analyzed. We will inform you when you no longer need to boil your water. We anticipate resolving the problem within 24 to 48 hours

For more information, please contact the Town of Monongah at 304-534-3320 or 430 Bridge St., Monongah, WV 26554. General guidelines on ways to lessen the health risk are available from the EPA safe drinking water hotline at 1-800-426-4791.

09/29/2026

***PUBLIC NOTICE***
**UTILITY WORK**

The City of Fairmont will be installing a new valve at the intersection of Rosewood Avenue and Boxwood Lane on Thursday, October 1, 2026, between 7 AM and 5 PM. Friday, October 2, 2026, will be an alternate date. This may affect the water on Meadowlane Avenue and the surrounding area.

This could possibly discolor the water in the surrounding areas. While work is being performed, there is also a possibility that some customers may experience low pressure, cloudy water, or an interruption of service. If you experience low water pressure, your water is discolored, or your service is interrupted, please follow these instructions. Do not drink the water without boiling it first. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, bathing, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.

The city will not be responsible for any damage damages caused by discolored water.

Customers with no water are to call the Fairmont Filtration plant at 304-366-1461 or Fairmont utilities at 304-366-6231.

09/23/2026

Update**@11:14
Roadway is back open.

Traffic Alert**

Interstate 79 mm 142 southbound near the Mon County line is temporarily closed due to a vehicle fire.

09/16/2026

***NOTICE HAS BEEN LIFTED AS OF 9-18-2026***

**PUBLIC NOTICE**
*BOIL WATER NOTICE*

On September 16, 2026, a water problem occurred in Idamay causing contamination of your water. The areas that are affected are as follows:

Main St., 3rd St., Bessie Ann Hill Rd, Sawmill Run.

Conditions indicate there is a high probability that your water is contaminated. Testing has not occurred to confirm or deny the presence of contamination in your water.

What should I do?
Do not drink the water without boiling it first. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes, bathing, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water.

What happened? What is being done?
Waterline break. Will be taking water samples to be analyzed. We will inform you when you no longer need to boil your water. We anticipate resolving the problem within 24 to 48 hours.

For more information, please contact the Town of Monongah at 304-534-3320 or at 430 Bridge St., Monongah, WV 26554. General guidelines on ways to lesson the health risk are available from the EPA safe drinking water hotline at 1-800-426-4791.

*Questions and concerns regarding this should be directed to the phone number above. This information was provided to us to share.*

09/12/2026

Road way is now open!

**Road Information**

Route 19 just pass the Animal Shelter is closed until further notice.

Avoid the area

Address

50 Centerview Drive
Fairmont, WV
26554

Telephone

+13043660196

Website

http://www.mariondhsem.com/

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