2026 West Virginia Flood & Storm Recovery Resources
As communities begin to assess the damage from continued storms and flooding, the full extent of the impact is statewide. Roads, homes, businesses, public infrastructure and other property have been affected in communities across West Virginia, and additional severe weather and flooding remain possible.
If you need assistance, please call 2-1-1. West Virginia 211 connects individuals and families with local resources for emergency and disaster-related needs, including food, shelter, housing, financial assistance and other services. You can also text your ZIP code to 898-211 or call 1-833-848-9905. West Virginia 211 is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Widespread Severe Flooding — August 2026
West Virginia communities across the state are once again facing severe storms, flash flooding and significant damage following widespread rainfall over the past several days.
If you need help or want to help those affected, we’ve compiled resources for both in one place. Our thoughts are with everyone impacted and with the first responders, emergency personnel and volunteers working across our state.
The West Virginia Chamber Foundation is committed to helping communities impacted by these harsh conditions, and we need your help. Your contributions are crucial for making a meaningful difference.
Email Kathy Thomas at [email protected] to make a monetary donation to the West Virginia Chamber Foundation. Please call 304-342-1115 if you have any questions.
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Need Help or Looking for Assistance?
West Virginia 211
West Virginia 211 maintains a statewide database of disaster-related and other community resources and can connect individuals with available assistance in their area.
Call: 2-1-1
Text: Your ZIP code to 898-211
Toll-free: 1-833-848-9905
West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Flood & Storm Impact Survey
The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is sharing a Flood & Storm Impact Survey for Businesses after the devastating floods and severe weather experienced throughout the state.
West Virginia Disaster Survey
West Virginia Emergency Management has a Disaster Survey to help work with state and local officials, volunteers, and community groups to collect information on damages resulting from the floods & storms.
WVVOAD Damage Assessment
Connect with volunteer organizations providing disaster recovery assistance and report storm-related property damage to help emergency officials assess statewide needs.
United Way
The United Way is sharing information on where to get help and how to give help.
- United Way of Central West Virginia (Charleston) – Boone, Braxton, Clay, Kanawha, Logan and Putnam counties
- United Way of Southern West Virginia (Beckley) – Raleigh, Fayette, Nicholas, Wyoming, Summers, Mercer and McDowell counties
- United Way River Cities (Huntington) – Cabell, Lincoln, Mason, and Wayne counties
- United Way of Greenbrier Valley (Lewisburg) – Greenbrier, Monroe and Pocahontas counties
- United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties (Morgantown) – Monongalia and Preston counties
- United Way Alliance of the Mid-Ohio Valley (Parkersburg) – Calhoun, Jackson, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Wood and Wirt counties
- United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley (Wheeling) – Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel and Tyler counties
- United Way of Marion and Taylor Counties (Fairmont) – Marion, Randolph, Taylor, Barbour and Tucker counties
Red Cross
The Red Cross is active throughout the state of West Virginia.
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July Flooding — Ongoing Recovery
Communities across West Virginia are continuing to recover from the severe flooding and storms that affected the state in July. The resources below remain available for individuals, families and businesses continuing to navigate recovery from the storms.
Need Help?
Emergency Assistance & Supplies
Call WV 211 (304-232-4625 ext. 1) if you need assistance with hotels or other monetary assistance relating to flood recovery. Shelter availability is changing. Contact WV 211 for current information.
West Virginia Wesleyan College
West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Flood & Storm Impact Survey
The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce is sharing a Flood & Storm Impact Survey for Businesses after the devastating floods and severe weather experienced throughout the state.
West Virginia Disaster Survey
West Virginia Emergency Management has a Disaster Survey to help work with state and local officials, volunteers, and community groups to collect information on damages resulting from the floods & storms.
WVVOAD Damage Assessment
Residents affected by flooding are recommended to complete a VOAD damage assessment form.
United Way
The United Way is sharing information on where to get help and how to give help.
Want to Help?
There is an immediate need for qualified contractors, skilled tradespeople, equipment, supplies and volunteers to assist with cleanup and rebuilding efforts in communities affected by the flooding. Businesses, organizations and individuals interested in providing services, equipment, supplies or other assistance should contact local emergency management agencies to coordinate support.
Lewis-Gilmer E-911 Center: 304-269-8235
Upshur County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management: 304-472-4983
This information comes directly from Secretary of State Kris Warner’s July 24 request for assistance.
Habitat for Humanity Flood Relief Drive
Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State is organizing a flood relief drive in partnership with the Buckhannon River Habitat for Humanity. Donations will be accepted at the Huntington, WV Restore and the New Boston, OH Restore. Collections will be transported and delivered on July 31st. Click below for more information & what resources are needed.
Buckhannon Parish House
The Buckhannon Parish House is currently accepting & distributing donations for flood relief in the Buckhannon area.
Dollars for Disaster – WVU Center for Community Engagement
Click below for additional resources to support relief efforts through volunteering, financial contributions and supply donations from the WVU Center for Community Engagement.
Red Cross
The Red Cross is active throughout the state of West Virginia.
The Mountain CAP Upshur County Family Support Center
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State & Federal Disaster Assistance Updates
On July 25, Gov. Patrick Morrisey formally requested an expedited Major Disaster Declaration for West Virginia following the severe storms, tornadoes, flash flooding and landslides that began July 21. On Aug. 3, President Donald Trump approved expedited Individual Assistance for Lewis and Upshur counties, providing an initial $4.5 million in federal recovery funding. FEMA continues reviewing requests for the remaining counties included in the state’s declaration request.
SBA Disaster Loans Now Available
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest disaster loans to businesses, private nonprofits, homeowners and renters impacted by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred July 21–22.
Lewis and Upshur counties are eligible for both physical damage and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), while small businesses and eligible nonprofits in Barbour, Braxton, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Randolph and Webster counties may apply for EIDL assistance.
A Business Recovery Center will open Aug. 7 at the UCDA Innovation Center in Buckhannon to provide one-on-one application assistance. The deadline to apply for physical damage loans is Oct. 3, 2026, and the deadline for Economic Injury Disaster Loans is May 3, 2027. Visit sba.gov/disaster for more information and to apply. Click here to read the full news release.
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Additional Resources
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Are You Accepting Donations?
If your organization is providing services or collecting donations for those affected by the storms & floods, please send your details to Lilly Barickman at [email protected] so we can include you in this ongoing resource list.