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Record Floods Trigger Mass Rescues Across Upshur County, WV
local1 hour ago

Record Floods Trigger Mass Rescues Across Upshur County, WV

Over 3 inches of rain fell Tuesday into Wednesday, pushing rivers and streams to unprecedented heights in central West Virginia. In Upshur County, swift-water rescues are ongoing as water covers roads, closes I-79 and US-33, and overwhelms response networks. The Sand Run stream in Buckhannon cresting at 10.63 feet—well above major flood stage—has marked a historic flood. Power outages affect more than 22,000 customers; emergency lines are down in some areas. Gov. Morrisey declared a state of emergency for all 55 counties; residents are urged to stay off flooded roads and seek higher ground as responders report numerous rescues from homes, attics, and vehicles and widespread infrastructure damage.

via WV MetroNews|
#emergency#flooding#local
Buckhannon Implements Safety Plan Following Confirmed Chickenpox Case
health3 years ago

Buckhannon Implements Safety Plan Following Confirmed Chickenpox Case

The Upshur County Health Department in Buckhannon, West Virginia, has confirmed a case of chickenpox. The highly contagious virus causes an itchy rash with small blisters and can spread quickly to the unvaccinated. Local health officials have implemented a safety plan in collaboration with the World Association of Marching Show Bands Organization (WAMSB) for the ongoing competition. Chickenpox is considered a common childhood illness, but it can be more severe in adults. Vaccination or prior infection provides protection against the virus.

via West Virginia MetroNews|
#chickenpox#contagious#health
Chickenpox Outbreak Sparks Safety Plan in Upshur County
health3 years ago

Chickenpox Outbreak Sparks Safety Plan in Upshur County

A case of chickenpox has been confirmed in Upshur County, West Virginia, during the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) competition. Officials from various departments are handling the situation, and while those who have had chickenpox or are vaccinated need not worry, pregnant women and children under one year old should avoid potential exposure. Chickenpox is now rare in the US, with fewer than 150,000 cases reported annually. The WAMSB events, featuring teams from 17 counties, are scheduled to continue until Saturday.

via WBOY.com|
#chickenpox#contagious-disease#health
Deadly Fireworks Explosions: Tragedies Strike Texas, Michigan, and Maryland
accidents3 years ago

Deadly Fireworks Explosions: Tragedies Strike Texas, Michigan, and Maryland

Jared Scott Maddox, a 58-year-old man from Gilmer, Texas, was killed in a fireworks explosion in Upshur County. Four others were injured, with three in serious condition and one airlifted to Shreveport. The explosion occurred while preparing approximately 300 three-inch fireworks shells, and evidence suggests that an electric match caused the accident.

via KLTV|
#accidents#death#fireworks-explosion
Multiple Fireworks Explosions Leave Fatalities and Injuries in Their Wake
accidentsdisasters3 years ago

Multiple Fireworks Explosions Leave Fatalities and Injuries in Their Wake

One person has died and four others have been injured in a major fire caused by fireworks explosions at the Firehouse Nine Farm Event Venue in Upshur County, Texas. The incident occurred as the fireworks were being prepared for an event scheduled for later that evening. The Texas State Fire Marshal's Office and ATF are conducting an investigation, but there is currently no indication of foul play.

via KLTV|
#accidentsdisasters#death#fireworks-explosion