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A chemical leak at a plant in Kanawha County, West Virginia, has killed two people and sent 19 to the hospital, prompting emergency response and ongoing investigation into the cause.
Two people died and 21 were treated after a nitric-acid/chemical spill at Catalyst Refiners in the Institute area, prompting a shelter-in-place and Route 25 closure; seven of the treated were EMS workers, with at least one in critical condition. Hazmat crews and state officials are on scene, and Gov. Morrisey says resources are on the ground. The shelter order has been lifted in most areas, but remains in effect from the refinery to West Virginia State University while investigators process the scene.
Kanawha County's Chief Health Officer says this year's H3N2 flu strain has been unusually severe, with widespread aches, fever, stomach pain and nausea, and has led to school disruptions in Wetzel County and a pediatric death in Ohio. While the vaccine's effectiveness is down against the new strain, health experts still urge vaccination to reduce illness duration and hospitalizations, especially for the elderly.
Multiple water rescues are underway in Kanawha County, West Virginia, as a result of flooding caused by a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service. No injuries have been reported so far, but residents in various areas, including Coopers Creek and Greendale Drive, have been affected by high water. Interstate 64 West was also reduced to one lane near the West Virginia State Capitol due to high-water issues, and neighboring counties like Roane County are experiencing similar problems.
The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornadoes in Kanawha County, West Virginia, earlier this week, with one being an EF2 tornado with maximum winds of 115 mph and the other an EF1 tornado with maximum winds of 110 mph. The tornadoes caused damage to trees, homes, and utility poles, but fortunately, there were no reported injuries.
Kanawha County in West Virginia has issued a state of emergency and activated the Emergency Operations Center due to severe weather, including strong thunderstorms and damaging winds. Residents are urged to take precautions and seek shelter for tornado warnings. The county has experienced property damage, vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, downed trees, and utility outages, with over 50,000 customers reported to be without power. Emergency personnel are assessing the damage, and updates are being provided by the Eyewitness News Storm Team.
A fire in Ireland, Lewis County has resulted in multiple fatalities, with investigators from the Office of the State Fire Marshal looking into a possible connection to a death in Kanawha County. The incident is currently being overseen by the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office, and more details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
A fatal two-vehicle crash on the 8400 block of E. DuPont Avenue in Kanawha County, West Virginia, has resulted in the closure of the road as a reconstruction unit investigates the incident. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and expect significant delays. No further details have been released regarding injuries, except for the death of one occupant.
Two individuals have been charged with child abuse after authorities discovered children locked inside a barn in Sissonville, Kanawha County.
Longtime Kanawha County judge Joanna Tabit has passed away, according to officials.
A wanted man was shot and killed by Kanawha County sheriff's deputies in Cross Lanes, West Virginia. The man, whose identity has not been released, was found at a motel and attempted to flee while shooting at deputies. In response, the deputies returned fire, resulting in the man's death. The investigation is ongoing, and further details have not been disclosed at this time.
Flash flood warnings are in effect for Kanawha County and several other areas, with reports of water rescues and some residents being asked to evacuate.
One man died after a verbal argument escalated to a shooting in Kanawha County, West Virginia. Another man believed to be involved in the disturbance was detained by deputies, and the incident remains under investigation. The Kanawha County Sheriff's Department has stated that there is no threat to public safety.
A boy was struck by a vehicle at a bus stop in Kanawha County, West Virginia. According to deputies, the boy was in the roadway when he was hit and no charges are expected to be filed against the driver.
A 9-year-old child waiting at a bus stop in Kanawha County, West Virginia, was hit by a car and suffered a serious leg injury. The child was crouched down in the roadway out of sight when the accident happened. The driver remained at the scene and no charges are being filed against them.