Historic West Virginia flooding washes out roads, knocks out 911 service as rescues continue

Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Mary Gilbert, Dakota Smith, Briana Waxman, Andy Rose, NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) · July 22, 2026 · 6 min read

As Wednesday morning daylight spread over areas of central West Virginia pummeled by storms, local officials are fearful of what may be exposed. Ive never seen anything like this, and Ive lived here for 37 years, Buckhannon Mayor Robbie Skinner told West Virginia MetroNews on Tuesday night. The t...

Why this matters in The Nashville

Nashville residents watching the devastating flooding in West Virginia may be reminded of their own city's experiences with severe weather events. While the specifics of the West Virginia flooding are unique, the challenges faced by emergency responders and residents are familiar to those who have lived through Nashville's own floods. The importance of effective emergency management and communication systems is clear in both cases. In Nashville, the city's Office of Emergency Management has worked to improve response times and communication with the public during severe weather events. Similarly, the deployment of West Virginia National Guard members to assist local emergency crews in the hardest-hit areas highlights the value of coordinated response efforts. As Nashville continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that the city's infrastructure and emergency management systems are equipped to handle severe weather events, including flooding, to minimize damage and ensure public safety.

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Category: government · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) · Reading time: 6 min

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Historic West Virginia flooding washes out roads, knocks out 911 service as rescues continue

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