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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Aug. 19, 2025

W.Va. Communities On Slow Path To Recovery Following Historic Flooding

In February, flooding swept through Central Appalachia, killing at least 27 people across Kentucky and West Virginia and necessitating water rescues in Virginia and Tennessee. Six months after the flood people in southern West Virginia are still on a slow path to recovery.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Aug. 18, 2025

Recovery From February Flood Still Slow In Southern Counties, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a region of West Virginia pummeled by February floods still struggles to recover, and the West Virginia National Guard deploys to D.C.

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Government Jack Walker, Jul. 24, 2025

Marion, Ohio Counties Slated For $11.7M In Flood Recovery Aid; Morrisey Seeks Additional Support

Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Thursday he is continuing to seek aid for flood recovery efforts in Marion and Ohio counties, following flash flooding last month.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jun. 25, 2025

UPDATE: Possible Ninth Flood Fatality Identified; New Housing Aid Available

At a press conference Wednesday, Gov. Patrick Morrisey shared news of a possible additional fatality from the Ohio County floods, plus a new opportunity for housing aid for residents affected by the flooding.

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Government Chris Schulz, Jun. 23, 2025

As Communities Clean Up, Lawmakers Question Lack Of Flood Discussion

Democrats in the West Virginia House of Delegates are questioning the lack of discussion on flooding at this week's legislative interim meetings in the wake of recent flash flooding.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jun. 17, 2025