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Ohio County Floods: 8 Dead, Community Rallies Amid Crisis

6/26/2025

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Story summary

Devastating flash floods in Ohio County, West Virginia, have claimed at least eight lives and left a trail of destruction. As FEMA evaluates the disaster for federal assistance, search teams are tirelessly looking for 83-year-old Sandra Kay Parsons. The community's resilience shines through, though officials warn against looting and scams that threaten recovery efforts.

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Story summary

Devastating flash floods in Ohio County, West Virginia, have claimed at least eight lives and left a trail of destruction. As FEMA evaluates the disaster for federal assistance, search teams are tirelessly looking for 83-year-old Sandra Kay Parsons. The community's resilience shines through, though officials warn against looting and scams that threaten recovery efforts.