Tornado

Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Sep. 26, 2024

Pocahontas County Records First Tornado

Strong winds traveled north from Greenbrier County into the quiet community of Hillsboro Wednesday evening. There, they accumulated into a full tornado — the first recorded in Pocahontas County history. ...

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Aug. 13, 2024

Tropical Storm Debby Brought Tornado To Berkeley County

As Tropical Storm Debby brought heavy winds and rain to the Eastern Panhandle, a minor tornado struck a residential area near the Berkeley County town of Hedgesville.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jun. 07, 2024

Berkeley County Tornado Marks Sixteenth This Year, Most In W.Va. History

A minor tornado struck the town of Inwood in Berkeley County on Wednesday afternoon, according to a Thursday report from National Weather Service team members.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, May. 24, 2024

FEMA Declares April Storms Major Disaster, Opening W.Va. To Federal Funds

Flooding, landslides and tornadoes swept West Virginia in April. FEMA has declared the events a major disaster, allowing residents to apply for federal aid for damages.

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Education Emily Rice, May. 11, 2024

Continuing Education Emergencies And Special Session Priorities This West Virginia Week

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Energy & Environment Briana Heaney, May. 08, 2024