Tucker County 911 / Office of Emergency Management

09/02/2026

September is Preparedness Month
If you don’t have a preparedness plan please consider making one this month.

08/19/2026

08/17/2026

🌦🌦🌦 FLOOD DAMAGE SURVEY 🌦🌦🌦
With ongoing severe weather through our region, it's imperative to fill out this survey if you are impacted.

LINK:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/de033ec0327f4a5db41884eb5fc0974b?fbclid=IwdGRjcATu1ZljbGNrBO7Vk3Bkb2YBZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEeIGGaH6RMMYEUSfae67Va0fAs02ktwpTX7WcUGYeZVjiOVLTgy4ypiuJ5AcY_aem_t4igIkZWxtViX3R7GdWJ0Q

STAY SAFE, WEST VIRGINIA ❤️

08/16/2026

A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for Tucker County, WV.

08/15/2026

Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 15 at 9:57AM EDT until August 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
Areas Affected
Northwestern Preston; Preston; Eastern Preston; Western Tucker; Eastern Tucker

Details

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Total rainfall of 1.5 to 2.5 inches is expected through 8 AM
Monday across the watch area, with isolated totals of 3 to 5
inches possible. With soils still wet from past rainfall, such
rain totals could create flash flooding conditions.

08/15/2026

The immediate section of the Cheat River where the new bridge for RT 48 is crossing just outside of Parsons will be impassable starting tomorrow 8/15/26 for approximately 4 weeks.
This is so crews can safely place the beams and connect the bridge across
All other areas are unaffected by this particular project.

08/11/2026

There is a potential for flash flooding today and into tomorrow. Stay aware of your surroundings as severe storms can dump large amounts of rain in a short time frame.
Always be prepared for 72 hours of self sustainability
And never drive through standing water.
Turn around don’t drown.

07/27/2026

More severe weather possible tonight and tomorrow

07/24/2026

BUCKHANNON, WV – July 24, 2026 - Officials from the City of Buckhannon • Upshur County Commission • Upshur County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management are requesting community assistance to help meet urgent needs of residents impacted by recent flooding.

The following items are critically needed

Extension cords
Fans
Air mattresses
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Non‑perishable food items
Gatorade
Paper plates
Plastic silverware
Regular‑size trash bags
Mops
Brooms
Shovels
Clorox (liquid disinfectant)

Donation Drop‑Off Location

Thomas VFD and Mountain State Brewing (Thomas location) are drop off locations for these items. We will take the first truck load this Sunday, July 26th.

07/23/2026

Here is a list of items needed and where you can donate