Officials in McDowell County provide the latest in flood-related news, cleanup, and more
County officials in McDowell County are still analyzing the damage and getting the latest on the impacts. 59News got the chance to catch up with Bobby Bowman, Emergency Manager for McDowell County. Bowman can confirm that so far,
McDowell County resident comments on flood damage
Many people in southern West Virginia were affected by flooding that swept through the state in February 2025. Heather Bailey, a resident of the Panther area of McDowell County, spoke out about how the flooding affected her family,
Helpline established for McDowell County residents
MCDOWELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WVVA) - Thousands remain without water and power in McDowell County. Now a helpline for those affected by last weekend’s flooding is now available to residents in McDowell County. Those affected by the flooding can now call 888-929-4966 for assistance.
Local fire department in McDowell County helps distribute supplies to locals
Across McDowell County, fire stations acted as distribution centers to help those in need. One of those was the Northfork Volunteer Community Fire Department. Volunteer firefighters braved the elements,
Visitor from Colorado helps McDowell County with flood relief
You have probably heard of tons of stories of West Virginians helping out in McDowell County. What about people who came from out of state to help? One of those people is William Causey from Hesperas,
Charleston Police deliver donations to McDowell County flood victims
Members of the Charleston Police Department and the Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association traveled to McDowell County Saturday to help out people affected by recent flooding.
Flood cleanup continues in McDowell County amid freezing temperatures and snow
A major cleanup and extensive road repairs are still ahead for McDowell County, which was hit hard by flooding that left ...
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Summers County Sheriff’s Department hosts donation drive for McDowell County
In an effort to help out their fellow West Virginians, the Summers County Sheriff’s Department is organizing a donation drive ...
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McDowell County confirms 3 dead in Southern West Virginia floods
Three people died from floodwater in McDowell County, County Commissioner Michael Brooks confirmed in a livestreamed news ...
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Procession held for fallen McDowell County firefighter
WELCH, W.Va. — State Fire Marshal Chief Deputy Robbie Bailey says Firefighter Jeffrey Lawson was just answering the call and ...
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Fallen firefighter welcomed back to McDowell County
WELCH, W.Va. (WVVA) - A procession for a fallen McDowell County firefighter was held on Friday to bring Deputy Chief Jeffrey ...
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One suspect arrested, another wanted after bomb threat at McDowell County Courthouse, deputies say
The McDowell County Sheriff's Office said one person was arrested and another is wanted in connection with a bomb threat at ...
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“We’ll make it,” McDowell County town of Gary drying out, cleaning up from Tug Fork River flood
GARY, W.Va. — Flood damage in McDowell County is widespread. It’s not just Welch but it’s most every other community that saw damage from last weekend’s flood including the town of Gary. Situated ...
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Names released of couple killed in McDowell County flooding
McDOWELL COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) – The names of a couple who died during weekend flooding in McDowell County have been released. Donald Eugene Griffin and Deborah Griffin, both 69 and from Welch ...
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With power and water returning, heat now the focus for McDowell County Commission
Recovery efforts have been progressing slowly but surely throughout McDowell County. Michael Brooks is the president of the ...