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2 dead in flash floods caused by heavy rain in West Virginia, governor’s office says
Torrential rains dumped up to 7 inches in parts of the state, leaving vehicles submerged and floodwaters cutting off rescue access.
- Flash floods in West Virginia killed two people on Tuesday, marking the first confirmed fatalities from the severe weather. Gov. Patrick Morrisey's office confirmed the deaths on Thursday afternoon.
- Torrential rainfall triggered the flooding, with some areas receiving 4.5 inches in 37 minutes and total accumulation reaching up to 7 inches. The extreme precipitation overwhelmed local drainage systems.
- Video and photos showed submerged vehicles in parking lots, including at a Walmart in Weston where muddy water surged into the store. Dozens of people stuck in submerged vehicles required emergency rescues.
- Communications director Lars Dalseide confirmed the two deaths in an emailed statement from Gov. Patrick Morrisey, though identities remain pending pending family notification.
- Officials in West Virginia described the devastation as extensive, with more than 500 National Guard troops deployed and 3,100 Division of Highways employees mobilized for recovery. Long-term restoration efforts are underway across affected counties.
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