Heavy intense storms tempests pounded Weston, West Virginia, sparking flash floods that left highways closed and houses damaged.

Governor Jim Justice announced a state-level emergency as floodwaters climbed fast in various counties.

Officials in Buckhannon ordered citizens near around flood zones to leave at once.

Work crews currently check the harm in Upshur and Lewis Counties where highways and spans were washed out.

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