Youngkin seeks federal disaster aid for Southwest Virginia
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin asks President Trump for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration in response to February winter storms and a weekend flood event. He notes the fifth major flood in five years and urges swift relief to damaged communities and lifelines across Southwest Virginia.
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Three Missing People Sought After WV Floods in McDowell County
A search was underway in McDowell County for three missing persons as flood relief continued across West Virginia and Virginia after rapid snowmelt and heavy rains burst river and stream banks. Governor Morrisey declared a state of emergency for ten counties including McDowell. The county commission had already declared one.
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First flooding and snow threaten region this week
Forecasters warn another winter storm could hit the Bluefield region with 2 to 4 inches of snow from Tuesday night to Thursday morning. Meteorologist Will Perry of the National Weather Service in Blacksburg Va notes a 90 percent chance of snow beginning Wednesday morning, accompanied by cold temperatures and a high near 32.
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West Virginia Hospital Association fights CON repeal bill
The West Virginia Hospital Association rejects Gov Morrisey’s push to repeal the certificate of need law. The CON process overseen by the WV Health Care Authority requires firms seeking new or expanded health services to prove unmet need. Kaufman says keeping CON protects the state hospital system that employs over 53 000 and aims to expand access.
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