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Governor Morrisey declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm

  • Writer: WVOW News
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Counties currently included in the Winter Storm Warning from the National Weather Service. As a winter storm approaches West Virginia, emergency officials urge residents to prepare for heavy snow, power outages, and dangerously cold temperatures. Safety reminders include proper use of heating sources, checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and stocking up on food, water, medications, and emergency supplies before conditions worsen.
Counties currently included in the Winter Storm Warning from the National Weather Service. As a winter storm approaches West Virginia, emergency officials urge residents to prepare for heavy snow, power outages, and dangerously cold temperatures. Safety reminders include proper use of heating sources, checking smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and stocking up on food, water, medications, and emergency supplies before conditions worsen.

LOGAN West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Emergency for all 55 counties ahead of a significant winter storm expected to hit the Mountain State this weekend.


The National Weather Service is forecasting widespread snowfall totals of nine to twelve inches, along with ice accumulations of up to two-tenths of an inch.


Governor Morrisey is urging residents to closely monitor weather conditions, avoid travel if possible, and follow all guidance from state and local emergency management officials.


Currently, areas are under a winter storming warning from the National Weather Service until Monday morning.


Temperatures are expected to drop sharply as heavy snow moves in by Saturday night, raising the risk of power outages and dangerously cold conditions.


Emergency officials are urging residents to take extra precautions. The Logan County Office of Emergency Management says heating fires are a leading cause of house fires. Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heat sources, including fireplaces, space heaters, and candles.


Officials warn never to use ovens or stoves as a heat source due to the risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning. Residents should check smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, and make sure batteries are working. Those with natural gas heat should know how to shut off gas, and if a gas leak is suspected, go outside and call 9-1-1.


Emergency managers also recommend keeping at least three days of non-perishable food, one gallon of water per person per day, flashlights, extra clothing, blankets, and needed medications on hand in case of outages.


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