Heavy severe storms tempests pounded Weston, West Virginia, sparking flash floods that left streets closed and residences damaged.

Governor Jim Justice announced a state-level emergency as rising water rose fast in various counties.

Officials in Buckhannon urged residents near around flood zones to leave without delay.

Work crews at present check the damage in Upshur and Lewis Counties where highways and spans were washed out.

More rain keeps falling, slowing down teams trying to help those trapped or stranded.