Resources

West Virginia Chamber Flooding Impact Survey for Businesses

The West Virginia Chamber has released a survey for businesses to understand the impact of the recent storms on businesses.

Take the Survey

West Virginia Disaster Survey

West Virginia Emergency Management has released a survey to aid in collecting information on damages from the storms.

Take the Survey

Red Cross

The Red Cross is active in 6 southern WV counties: Logan, Mercer, McDowell, Mingo, Wyoming & Greenbrier.

Visit the Red Cross Website

Disaster Resource Information

The West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources Disaster Resource Center.

View the Disaster Resource Center

FEMA

Visit FEMA’s Resource Center for additional resources.

View the FEMA’s Resource Center

Disaster Assistance

Get help applying for FEMA disaster assistance.

DisasterAssistance.gov

U.S. Small Business Administration: West Virginia

Get help from the SBA for your business.

U.S. SBA: West Virginia

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Shelter Information

Mingo County

• Williamson Field House – 1703 West Third Avenue, Williamson
• Mingo Central High School – 1000 King Coal Highway, Delbarton
• Delbarton Opry House – 14 Ance Curry Drive, Delbarton

McDowell County

• South Side School, Iaeger Elementary, Mountain Valley High School, Houston Methodist Church, and Reclamation Church.
• If you need assistance or you see something that need assistance, call the McDowell County Flood Helpline at 888-929-4966.

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Essential Items Needed Right Now

The West Virginia Chamber teams will be taking supplies to affected areas Friday, February 21.

To continue this important work, we are currently accepting essential items:

Clothing and Personal Items

• Shoes
• Clothing of various sizing, including children
• Winter coats
• Blankets
• Hygiene items
• Diapers/wipes
• Personal protective gear (boots, gloves, masks)

Food and Water

• Bottled water
• Drinking water & water buffalo tanks
• Canned and non-perishable food items
• Non-perishable drinks

Heating and Power

• Heating sources (propane heaters with propane & electric heaters)
• Generators
• Portable chargers

Emergency Supplies

• Flashlights & batteries
• First aid kits
• OTC meds (Tylenol/Motrin, including children’s OTC meds)
• Water purification tablets or filters
• Bleach/disinfectants
• Clorox/disinfectant wipes
• Hand sanitizer/wipes
• Paper towels/cleaning rags
• Trash bags

Cleaning and Maintenance Tools

• Dehumidifiers and fans
• Squeegees, mops, brooms
• Plastic tarps or covers
• Tools (shovels, hammers, etc.)

Communication and Housing

• Emergency communications (such as Starlink or other communication systems)
• Temporary housing

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Ways to Donate

The West Virginia Chamber Foundation

Email Elizabeth House at [email protected] to make a monetary donation. Please call 304-342-1115 if you have any questions.

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) Foundation Relief Fund

Donations to the ARH Foundation Relief Fund will support shelter, food, medical care, and long-term aid for those impacted by the disaster. Every dollar contributed will directly benefit flood relief initiatives.

Donate Here

United Way of Southern West Virginia

Monetary donations: unitedwayswv.org | Physical donations: 110 Croft St., Beckley.

Donate Here Visit UWSWV Website

Harrison County Chamber of Commerce

Accepting physical donations until Saturday, Feb. 22 at 10 a.m. | Drop off donations to Harry Green Nissan on East Pike Street in Clarksburg.

The Farmington Volunteer Fire Department: Marion Co.

All donations and supplies will be accepted at the department, which asks that you contact them before going. You can get in touch with Jim Toothman at 304-365-2239.

The Charleston Dirty Birds & Spark of Love Foundation

Seeking donations of trash bags, dish soap, washcloths, toothbrushes, and other essential cleanup supplies. Drop off items at Tyler Mountain or Racine Volunteer Fire Departments, or arrange a pickup by calling 304-993-9917.

Dutch Miller Auto Group Locations

All Dutch Miller Automotive locations will be a drop off center for any and all supplies.

Find a Location

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The need for action is urgent to support our fellow West Virginians and our communities.

Please consider contributing to our relief efforts, as every little bit helps those in our communities who are struggling. Together, we can provide the assistance needed to help our neighbors rebuild and recover.

Thank you for your support during this critical time. If you have any questions or want to assist with cleanup, don’t hesitate to reach out to the West Virginia Chamber at 304-342-1115 or email Kathy Thomas at [email protected].

Any physical donations can be dropped off to our office located at 1624 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston, WV 25311.