Two counties in West Virginia have declared a state of emergency over flash-flood risks in the area.
The Journal of Martinsburg reports the declaration in Jefferson and Berkeley counties comes after four days of torrential rains and storms hit the area, flooding roadways and felling trees. The National Weather Service predicted up to 5 inches of rain would fall over the weekend.
In Jefferson County, portions of at least 22 public roads were closed due to flooding. Portions of six roads were closed in Berkeley County. Nathan Ware is a state highway administrator for Jefferson County. He says crews would work in 24-hour shifts in the two counties until the rains and flooding subside.
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