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weather1 year ago•1 min saved

"Emergency Response: Kanawha County Faces High Water Threat and Tornado Watch in West Virginia"

Multiple water rescues are underway in Kanawha County, West Virginia, as a result of flooding caused by a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service. No injuries have been reported so far, but residents in various areas, including Coopers Creek and Greendale Drive, have been affected by high water. Interstate 64 West was also reduced to one lane near the West Virginia State Capitol due to high-water issues, and neighboring counties like Roane County are experiencing similar problems.

via WSAZ|

#flood-watch #flooding #kanawha-county

weather1 year ago•0 min saved

"Multiple Tornadoes Cause Widespread Damage and Power Outages in Ohio Valley"

The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes in Kanawha County, West Virginia, earlier this week, with one being an EF2 tornado with maximum winds of 115 mph and the other an EF1 tornado with maximum winds of 110 mph. The tornadoes caused damage to trees, homes, and utility poles, but fortunately, there were no reported injuries.

via WSAZ|

#ef1 #ef2 #kanawha-county

weather1 year ago•1 min saved

"Kanawha County Declares State of Emergency Amid Severe Weather"

Kanawha County in West Virginia has issued a state of emergency and activated the Emergency Operations Center due to severe weather, including strong thunderstorms and damaging winds. Residents are urged to take precautions and seek shelter for tornado warnings. The county has experienced property damage, vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, downed trees, and utility outages, with over 50,000 customers reported to be without power. Emergency personnel are assessing the damage, and updates are being provided by the Eyewitness News Storm Team.

via WCHS|

#kanawha-county #power-outages #severe-weather

tragic-incident1 year ago•0 min saved

"Fatal Fire Links: Tragedy Strikes Lewis County and Kanawha County"

A fire in Ireland, Lewis County has resulted in multiple fatalities, with investigators from the Office of the State Fire Marshal looking into a possible connection to a death in Kanawha County. The incident is currently being overseen by the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office, and more details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.

via WDTV|

#fatalities #fire #investigation

traffic-accident2 years ago•0 min saved

Tragic Fatal Crash Closes Road in Kanawha County

A fatal two-vehicle crash on the 8400 block of E. DuPont Avenue in Kanawha County, West Virginia, has resulted in the closure of the road as a reconstruction unit investigates the incident. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and expect significant delays. No further details have been released regarding injuries, except for the death of one occupant.

via WSAZ|

#fatal-crash #investigation #kanawha-county

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Arrests made after children discovered locked in barn and shed

Two individuals have been charged with child abuse after authorities discovered children locked inside a barn in Sissonville, Kanawha County.

via WCHS|

#arrest #barn #child-abuse

obituary2 years ago•0 min saved

Beloved Kanawha County Judge Joanna Tabit Passes Away

Longtime Kanawha County judge Joanna Tabit has passed away, according to officials.

via WCHS|

#death #joanna-tabit #judge

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Police Fatally Shoot Wanted Man in Kanawha County

A wanted man was shot and killed by Kanawha County sheriff's deputies in Cross Lanes, West Virginia. The man, whose identity has not been released, was found at a motel and attempted to flee while shooting at deputies. In response, the deputies returned fire, resulting in the man's death. The investigation is ongoing, and further details have not been disclosed at this time.

via West Virginia MetroNews|

#crime #investigation #kanawha-county

natural-disasters2 years ago

Severe Flooding Ravages Kanawha County, Prompting State of Emergency

Flash flood warnings are in effect for Kanawha County and several other areas, with reports of water rescues and some residents being asked to evacuate.

via WCHS|

#evacuation #flash-floods #kanawha-county

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal incidents in Rand, Kanawha County and St. Albans leave one dead each.

One man died after a verbal argument escalated to a shooting in Kanawha County, West Virginia. Another man believed to be involved in the disturbance was detained by deputies, and the incident remains under investigation. The Kanawha County Sheriff's Department has stated that there is no threat to public safety.

via WSAZ|

#argument #crime #investigation

local-news2 years ago

Child Pedestrian Accidents: Recent Incidents and Outcomes.

A boy was struck by a vehicle at a bus stop in Kanawha County, West Virginia. According to deputies, the boy was in the roadway when he was hit and no charges are expected to be filed against the driver.

via WCHS|

#bus-stop #kanawha-county #law-enforcement

accidents2 years ago•1 min saved

Child Injured in Multiple Pedestrian Accidents at Bus Stops in Different Counties

A 9-year-old child waiting at a bus stop in Kanawha County, West Virginia, was hit by a car and suffered a serious leg injury. The child was crouched down in the roadway out of sight when the accident happened. The driver remained at the scene and no charges are being filed against them.

via WSAZ|

#accidents #bus-stop #child-hit-by-car

breaking-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Multiple Fires Break Out in West Virginia

Emergency crews are currently fighting a house fire in Pinch, West Virginia. The extent of any injuries or road closures is currently unknown. Responders include Pinch Volunteer Fire Department, Frame Volunteer Fire Department, Clendenin Volunteer Fire Department, Kanawha County Emergency Medical Services, and West Virginia State Police. The fire has been extinguished, but at least a couple of people were taken from the scene for medical treatment.

via WOWK 13 News|

#breaking-news #emergency-response #house-fire