West Virginia Emergency Preparedness
Based on 70 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in West Virginia.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in West Virginia
Severe Storm (27 declarations)
Moderate Flood (32 declarations)
High Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low Tornado (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
West Virginia has had 70 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 32
Severe Storm 27
Hurricane 3
Snowstorm 3
Tropical Storm 1
Severe Ice Storm 1
Biological 1
Mud/Landslide 1
Fire 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2025-07-22
Severe Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2025-02-26
Post-Tropical Storm Helene 2024-12-09
Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2024-05-24
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2024-05-22
Preparedness Tips for West Virginia
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed