Heavy strong storms tempests pounded Weston, West Virginia, causing flash floods that left routes closed and residences damaged.

Governor Jim Justice announced a regional emergency as waters climbed fast in multiple counties.

Officials in Buckhannon advised residents near adjacent to flood zones to leave without delay.

Work crews currently 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.