Morrisey declares state of emergency for Boone, Lincoln counties after flooding

By: Lori Kersey

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: September 24, 2026

Words: 193

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey has issued a state of emergency for two counties in Southern West Virginia after heavy rains this week caused flash flooding.

Boone and Lincoln counties are included in the state of emergency, which will be in place 30 days unless ended early by another proclamation.

“Our emergency responders are working to protect West Virginians as flooding continues to impact communities in Boone and Lincoln counties,” Morrisey …

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