Morgan County Office of Emergency Services WV

08/06/2026

following is a message from the West Virginia State Fire Marshall's Office:

Dear Community Partners:
We have launched the new digital Home Safety Survey and are asking for the community’s help in sharing it. This survey will help residents identify potential fire hazards and improve safety conditions in their homes.

The interactive survey, accessible at firemarshal.wv.gov, is available to homeowners and renters across the state.

Our goal is to provide West Virginia families with the tools they need to protect what matters most. This survey is a quick, proactive measure that helps residents spot simple fixes—like clear escape routes or working smoke alarms—before an emergency strikes. By working together, we can reduce fire risks in every corner of our state.

Key features of the survey include:

Accessibility: A 5-minute assessment designed for any household.

Actionable guidance: Immediate safety advice based on participant responses.

Data-driven results: Survey responses assist the office in identifying and addressing community-specific fire safety trends.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages all residents to complete the survey at firemarshal.wv.gov. Local fire departments can also use the tool to support community risk-reduction programs.

08/04/2026

Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. Information collected will be used to update our local Hazard Mitigation Plan. This is your chance to voice your opinion.

Take the survey. Tell your friends.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DVY3F8M

06/29/2026

The National Weather Service is forecasting high temperatures this week and into the weekend. Cooling Centers will be open at the following locations:

Berkeley Springs Senior Center, located at 106 Sand Mine Road, on Monday-Thursday from 8am-4pm,

Paw Paw Senior Center, located at 783 Wi******er Street on Monday-Thursday 8am -12:30pm,

Paw Paw Volunteer Fire Department on Wednesday and Thursday from noon-5pm and Friday from 8am-5pm,

Morgan County Library during business hours.

Additional shelters will be opened should the need arise.

Both the Berkeley Springs State Park and the Cacapon State Park offer options for staying cool.

Drinking water is always available at Berkeley Springs State Park (Bring your own containers).

Remember to stay hydrated!

Do not leave children or pets unattended in cars.

Check on your neighbors.

If you are need of further non-emergency assistance or information, call 304-258-0305. Call 911 for all emergencies!

Morgan County WV 911 Morgan County Sheriff's Department Morgan County West Virginia

06/25/2026

NEW EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM FOR MORGAN COUNTY

The Morgan County Office of Emergency Services, Morgan County WV 911 and Morgan County West Virginia are excited to announce the implementation of Smart911 as Morgan County's Official Public Emergency Alert System.

Smart911 allows residents, businesses, and visitors to receive important emergency notifications directly to their phones, email, or other devices. These alerts may include severe weather
warnings, evacuation notices, road closures, public safety emergencies, and other critical information affecting our community.

By creating a free Smart911 Safety Profile, you can provide valuable information about your household, family members, pets, medical needs, and emergency contacts. This information is
available to 9-1-1 dispatchers and first responders during an emergency, helping them provide faster and more effective assistance when seconds matter.

� Receive timely emergency alerts
� Create a free, secure Safety Profile
� Help first responders better assist you and your family

We encourage all Morgan County residents to sign up today and stay informed when emergencies occur.

Together, we can make Morgan County a safer and more prepared community.

Sign up Link or copy and paste link in web browser: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=morgancountywv

You may also scan the QR Code on the flyer below. For more information on Smart911, please visit https://morgancountywv.gov/ and click on the green "Sign up for Alerts" button.

03/16/2026

The National Weather Service has issued tornado watch 67 in
effect until 7 PM EDT this evening for the following areas

the district of columbia

in maryland this watch includes 14 counties

in central maryland

anne arundel howard
montgomery
prince georges

in north central maryland

carroll frederick
washington

in northeast maryland

cecil

in northern maryland

baltimore
baltimore city
harford

in southern maryland

calvert charles
st. marys

in virginia this watch includes 21 counties

in central virginia

city of fredericksburg
king george orange
spotsylvania

in northern virginia

arlington
city of alexandria
city of fairfax
city of falls church
city of manassas
city of manassas park
culpeper fairfax
fauquier loudoun
prince william
stafford

in northwest virginia

city of wi******er
clarke frederick
rappahannock warren

in west virginia this watch includes 3 counties

in panhandle west virginia

berkeley jefferson
morgan

this includes the cities of aberdeen, alexandria, annapolis,
arlington, arnold, aspen hill, ballenger creek, baltimore,
bel air, berryville, bethesda, bowie, california, camp springs,
catonsville, chantilly, charles town, chesapeake beach, clinton,
college park, columbia, culpeper, dahlgren, dundalk, dunkirk,
edgewood, eldersburg, elkton, ellicott city, ess*x, fairfax,
falls church, fallston, falmouth, frederick, fredericksburg,
front royal, gaithersburg, germantown, glen burnie, gordonsville,
greenbelt, hagerstown, havre de grace, herndon, huntingtown,
joppatowne, laurel, leesburg, lexington park, lusby, manassas,
manassas park, martinsburg, mclean, north beach, odenton, orange,
parkville, paw paw, pikesville, potomac, prince frederick,
randallstown, reston, rockville, severn, severna park,
shepherdstown, silver spring, south gate,
spotsylvania courthouse, st. charles, sterling,
suitland-silver hill, towson, waldorf, warrenton, washington,
washington, westminster, wi******er, wi******er, and woodbridge.

03/15/2026

Severe storms are possible tomorrow. Please stay aware of the weather in your area. Heed official watches and warnings issued by the National Weather Service. As a reminder, a Warning means the situation is imminent, a Watch means the conditions are favorable. The most intetior room and in the lowest level of your home is the best place to seek shelter.

Further information will be provided if needed. Have a safe day!

01/23/2026

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
1003 AM EST Fri Jan 23 2026
..WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations between 12 and 18 inches, with highest amounts north
and west of US-340. Ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch,
mainly south and east of US-340.

* WHERE...Portions of north central Maryland, northern and northwest
Virginia, and eastern and panhandle West Virginia.

* WHEN...From 11 PM Saturday to 4 AM EST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will likely overspread the area Saturday
night, becoming heavy at times with rates of one to two inches per
hour possible at times. A mix with sleet or freezing rain is
expected Sunday. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is
possible at times. A prolonged period very cold wind chills is
likely beginning Friday evening and lasting through the middle of
next week.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use
extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.

01/22/2026

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
216 AM EST Thu Jan 22 2026
..MAJOR WINTER STORM POSSIBLE THIS WEEKEND...
A large area of precipitation will overrun Arctic air in place over
the Mid-Atlantic. This will likely lead to widespread significant
snow beginning late Saturday, with the potential for ice Sunday
especially south of Highway 50 and near and east of Interstate 95.
In addition to the high threat for significant snow and ice, very
cold temperatures are expected Friday night through the middle of
next week with sub-zero wind chills likely at times.
..WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE
SUNDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow mixed with sleet and freezing rain possible.
There is a high likelihood of at least 5 inches of snow, with over
10 inches possible. Ice accumulation is also possible, especially
south of Interstate 70.

* WHERE...Portions of central, north-central, and northern Maryland,
central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia, and eastern
West Virginia.

* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through late Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will likely overspread the area by
Saturday evening, becoming heavy at times Saturday night with
rates of one to two inches per hour possible at times. A mix with
sleet or freezing rain is possible Sunday, especially south of
Interstate 70. Significant icing is possible especially across
central Virginia. Visibility of one-quarter mile or less is
possible at times. A prolonged period wind chills in the teens and
single digits is likely beginning Friday evening and lasting
through the middle of next week, with sub-zero wind chills
possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Now is
the time to make preparations for the storm. This includes getting
any necessary groceries or medicines that you may not be able to
access this weekend into early next week due to any potential
closure. Have an emergency kit in the car including extra batteries,
a flashlight, and blanket just in case you get stranded. Make sure
to refuel or charge your car before the storm hits. Check on elderly
friends, family, and neighbors and don't forget about pets or
livestock during this prolonged cold period.

01/22/2026