Gov. Patrick Morrisey has requested an expedited major-disaster declaration for seven West Virginia counties after catastrophic flooding began July 21, along with statewide hazard-mitigation assistance.
Gov. Patrick Morrisey requested an expedited presidential major-disaster declaration July 25 after flooding across West Virginia, following statewide preparedness, response and recovery actions.
West Virginia officials announced a rehabilitation contract for Charleston’s South Side Bridge on July 16. The Division of Highways plans two median crossovers beginning in August 2026, with larger traffic changes expected in 2027.
The ACLU of West Virginia has filed a Cabell County court challenge to Huntington’s $2.1 million agreement with Flock Safety, alleging procedural defects in the contract award.