Wirt County Office of Emergency Management

Wirt County Office of Emergency Management Wirt County Office Of Emergency Services coordinates local, state, and Federal response to disaster situations within Wirt County, West Virginia.

⚠️ SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT - WIRT COUNTY, WV ⚠️Residents of Wirt County should remain weather aware this afternoon and...
06/11/2026

⚠️ SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT - WIRT COUNTY, WV ⚠️

Residents of Wirt County should remain weather aware this afternoon and evening as thunderstorms develop across the region.

🌩 Potential Hazards: • Strong wind gusts • Heavy downpours • Frequent lightning • Localized flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas • Isolated severe storms cannot be ruled out

If you encounter flooded roadways, remember:

🚫 TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN 🚫

Never drive through water covering a roadway. The depth and condition of the road beneath may be impossible to determine.

Stay tuned to trusted weather sources and be prepared to seek shelter if warnings are issued.

🚨 WEATHER ALERT – WIRT COUNTY, WV 🚨The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for Wirt County a...
06/11/2026

🚨 WEATHER ALERT – WIRT COUNTY, WV 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for Wirt County and the Mid-Ohio Valley.

⛈️ What to Expect:
• Strong thunderstorms moving through the area
• Wind gusts up to 40 MPH
• Heavy rain and brief hazardous conditions

⚠️ Potential Impacts:
• Downed tree limbs
• Loose items blown around
• Reduced visibility in heavy rain

✅ Safety Tips:
• Secure outdoor items
• Move indoors if storms approach
• Avoid driving through heavy rain or standing water

Stay weather-aware and monitor updates from the National Weather Service.

🚨 HEAT ADVISORY – WIRT COUNTY, WV 🚨The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Wirt County today.🕛 When:...
06/11/2026

🚨 HEAT ADVISORY – WIRT COUNTY, WV 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Wirt County today.
🕛 When: Noon to 6:00 PM

🌡 What to Expect: Heat index values up to 100°F

⚠️ Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity can quickly lead to heat-related illnesses

✅ Stay Safe:
• Drink plenty of water 💧
• Stay inside air conditioning if possible ❄️
• Avoid the sun during peak hours 🌞
• Take breaks if working outside
• Check on elderly neighbors and vulnerable individuals 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

👉 Remember: Heat can be dangerous even if temperatures don’t seem extreme. Take precautions and stay cool!

🚨 NEW FEATURE ADDED TO OUR WEBSITE 🚨Wirt County OEM now has a live interactive Flood Map available to help keep our comm...
05/28/2026

🚨 NEW FEATURE ADDED TO OUR WEBSITE 🚨

Wirt County OEM now has a live interactive Flood Map available to help keep our community informed during flooding events.

You can now:
🌊 View reported flooded areas in real-time
🚧 Report flooded roads and hazardous conditions
📍 Help emergency management and fellow residents stay informed

If you encounter a flooded roadway, please submit a report through the map so others can avoid dangerous areas.

⚠️ Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.

Check it out here:
https://wirtwvoem.com/flood-map

Thank you for helping keep Wirt County safe!

⚠️ FLASH FLOOD WARNING FOR WIRT COUNTY, WV ⚠️The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for portions ...
05/27/2026

⚠️ FLASH FLOOD WARNING FOR WIRT COUNTY, WV ⚠️

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for portions of Wirt County as heavy rain continues to move through the area.

🌧️ Multiple rounds of rain may lead to:
• Rapid rises on creeks and streams
• Water covering roads
• Flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas

🚫 NEVER drive through flooded roadways.
“Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”

Residents near small streams, hollows, and flood-prone areas should remain alert and be prepared to move to higher ground if needed.

Please monitor local weather alerts and use caution while traveling this evening.

🌊 Little Kanawha River Forecast Update – Elizabeth, WV 🌊The latest forecast for the Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth sh...
05/27/2026

🌊 Little Kanawha River Forecast Update – Elizabeth, WV 🌊

The latest forecast for the Little Kanawha River at Elizabeth shows the river is expected to crest around 25.5 feet Thursday evening (May 28 around 8 PM EDT).

📍 Current flood thresholds:
Action Stage: 34 ft
Minor Flooding: 36 ft
Moderate Flooding: 38 ft
Major Flooding: 44 ft

At this time, the forecast crest remains well below flood stage, but river levels will still rise significantly over the next 24 hours before slowly falling back down.

🔹 Forecast Crest: 25.5 ft 🔹 Current Record Crest: 40 ft 🔹 No flooding is currently forecast.

Residents near the river should still continue monitoring conditions, especially if additional heavy rainfall develops.

⚠️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH FOR WIRT COUNTY, WV ⚠️The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch f...
05/27/2026

⚠️ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH FOR WIRT COUNTY, WV ⚠️

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Wirt County and surrounding areas.

⛈️ Storms may produce:
• Damaging wind gusts
• Large hail
• Frequent lightning
• Heavy rainfall and localized flooding

📱 Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive warnings tonight.
🏠 Secure outdoor items and be ready to move indoors quickly if storms approach.

🚨 FLOOD WATCH for Wirt County & surrounding areas! 🚨The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch from late toni...
05/26/2026

🚨 FLOOD WATCH for Wirt County & surrounding areas! 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch from late tonight through late Wednesday night due to the potential for excessive rainfall and flash flooding. Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected, and with saturated soils, runoff could quickly flood roads, creeks, and low-lying spots.

WHAT TO DO:
- Avoid driving through flooded areas — Turn Around, Don't Drown!
- Have an emergency plan ready and monitor local alerts.

Stay safe out there! Share this with your neighbors. 💧🌧️

⚠️ FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR WIRT COUNTY ⚠️The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a Flood Watch for Wirt ...
05/24/2026

⚠️ FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR WIRT COUNTY ⚠️
The National Weather Service in Charleston has issued a Flood Watch for Wirt County.
🕒 Timing:
Now in effect through early Monday morning.
🌧️ What to expect:
• Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible
• Additional rainfall of 1–2 inches may occur overnight • Creeks, streams, and rivers are already running high
⚠️ Potential impacts:
• Flooding of low-lying and flood-prone areas
• Water over roadways and poor drainage areas
• Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks
🚨 Stay Safe:
• Never drive through flooded roadways — Turn Around, Don’t Drown
• Monitor weather updates and alerts
• Be ready to act if a Flash Flood Warning is issued
• Keep an eye on rapidly rising water, especially at night

🚨 SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT – WIRT COUNTY, WV 🚨The National Weather Service is highlighting unsettled weather conditions...
05/23/2026

🚨 SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT – WIRT COUNTY, WV 🚨
The National Weather Service is highlighting unsettled weather conditions across Wirt County today and tonight.
⛈️ What to Expect:
• Periods of showers and thunderstorms
• Heavy rain at times leading to ponding on roads
• Lightning and brief gusty winds possible
• Reduced visibility in heavier downpours
⚠️ Impacts:
• Slick and hazardous travel conditions
• Minor localized flooding in low-lying or poor drainage areas
• Outdoor plans could be disrupted
✅ Safety Tips:
• Slow down on wet roads
• Never drive through flooded areas
• Seek shelter indoors if thunder is heard
• Stay weather-aware for additional updates

Address

19 Washington Street/PO Box 53
Elizabeth, WV
26143

Telephone

+13044213878

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