West Virginia Governor Declares State of Emergency for Mason County Amidst Flooding and Landslide
West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey declared a 30-day State of Emergency for Mason County following severe flooding and a dangerous riverbank landslide. The flooding has impacted local communities, and the landslide near Point Pleasant poses a risk to a railroad…
Charleston Huntington, WV, September 19, 2026 —
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a 30-day State of Emergency for Mason County. The declaration comes in response to severe flooding and a dangerous riverbank landslide impacting the region.
The flooding has affected local communities within Mason County, leading to the emergency measure. In addition to the widespread flooding, a significant riverbank landslide has been identified near Point Pleasant. This landslide presents a notable risk to an adjacent railroad line, prompting further concern and action from state officials.
The State of Emergency is set to remain in effect for a period of 30 days. Details regarding the specific extent of the flooding’s impact on local communities, the precise location and scale of the riverbank landslide, or the potential disruption to the railroad line were not immediately detailed. The governor’s office has not provided further specifics on the immediate next steps following the declaration.
Story summarized from the original created by Connor Durkin on www.wsaz.com, see more information here.
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