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Ensure You Get the Required Permits You Need to Rebuild in a Flood Zone

Ensure You Get the Required Permits You Need to Rebuild in a Flood Zone People who live in flood-hazard areas and had damage to their homes during the Feb. 15 – 18, 2025, winter flooding in Logan, Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, Raleigh, Wayne, and Wyoming counties are urged to consult local building officials to obtain floodplain development permits before considering repairs or new construction.

Fact Sheet | April 24, 2025

West Virginians have one week left to apply for disaster assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginians have one week left to apply for FEMA assistance for damages from the February storms. Assistance is available to residents of Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Raleigh, Wayne and Wyoming counties. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 28, 2025.

Press Release | April 21, 2025

West Virginians should be prepared for a storm anytime

West Virginians should be prepared for a storm anytime CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A storm can impact the residents of West Virginia at any time so it is important to be prepared year-round.

Press Release | April 18, 2025

West Virginia Recovery Update: Flooding and Mudslides

West Virginia Recovery: Flooding and Mudslides April 16, 2025 Incident Period: Feb. 15 – 18, 2025 Declaration: Feb. 26, 2025 (Individual Assistance); March 19, 2025 (Public Assistance) Key Messages Deadline to apply for Individual Assistance is April 28, 2025. When applying for FEMA assistance, residents should provide their 911 address as the location at the time of disaster so that their application is accurate.

Fact Sheet | April 16, 2025

Stay in Touch with FEMA to Keep Recovery on Track

If you applied for FEMA assistance, stay in touch with FEMA to track your application, update your information or make any changes.

Fact Sheet | April 16, 2025

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West Virginia; FEMA-4861-DR

Report on Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) information for FEMA-4861-DR; West Virginia as a result of a severe storm, straight-line winds, flooding and mudslides beginning on February 15, 2025, and continuing.