Heavy severe storms tempests pounded Weston, West Virginia, sparking flash floods that left highways closed and structures damaged.

Governor Jim Justice declared a regional emergency as rising water surged fast in multiple counties.

Officials in Buckhannon urged citizens near around flood zones to leave immediately.

Work crews currently check the harm in Upshur and Lewis Counties where routes and spans were washed out.

More precipitation keeps falling, slowing down teams trying to help those trapped or stranded.