AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSevere Weather & Recovery: Gov. Patrick Morrisey is seeking expedited federal disaster help for Barbour, Doddridge, Harrison, Lewis, Pleasants, Ritchie and Upshur counties after deadly storms, including tornadoes and catastrophic flooding. Flash Flood Emergency: The National Weather Service upgraded central Upshur County to a Flash Flood Emergency, urging people around Buckhannon and nearby areas to move to higher ground as life-threatening water inundated roads and underpasses. Cyclospora Outbreak: The FDA and CDC expanded the multistate cyclosporiasis investigation tied to recalled iceberg lettuce, now reaching 9 states with nearly 2,000 confirmed illnesses and dozens of hospitalizations, including cases reported in West Virginia. Local Governance & Safety: West Virginia issued a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties as officials warned of damaging winds, severe storms, flash flooding and isolated tornadoes. Community & Sports: West Virginia Week highlighted the flood aftermath, a delegate facing criminal charges, and the 2026 National Scouting Jamboree bringing more than 10,000 scouts to the state.
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