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Severe Flooding in West Virginia Leads to State of Emergency and National Guard Deployment

West Virginia is facing unprecedented flooding following severe storms, prompting Governor Morrisey to declare a state of emergency for all 55 counties. Flash floods have inundated homes and businesses, damaging infrastructure and blocking roads. Rescues are ongoing, with 85 water rescues reported and communities rallying to provide flood relief supplies. The National Guard has deployed 300 members to assist in search and rescue operations, particularly in heavily affected areas such as Upshur County, where concerns about fatalities are rising. City officials have urged caution as flood levels remain dangerously high, and evacuation orders have been issued in several regions. Local volunteers and emergency responders from neighboring areas are also joining efforts to support affected communities amid the ongoing crisis.
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