More Storms Forecast for Flooded Areas of West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va.—More thunderstorms were forecast this week for much of West Virginia, including areas that flooded Monday after up to 5 inches of rain fell in some areas, the National Weather Service said.
Storms were expected to develop Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the weather service, but a flood watch was no longer in effect.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice declared a state of emergency in two southern counties hit by flooding from heavy rains. The declaration in Fayette and Kanawha counties enables the National Guard to respond to hard-hit areas.
Some people had to be rescued by water as the flooding damaged more than 100 homes, bridges and roads, the governor’s office said in a statement. Drinking water systems also were disrupted and more than 2,000 customers lost electricity….