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

Governor Jim Justice declared a state-level emergency as floodwaters climbed fast in several counties.

Officials in Buckhannon urged neighbors near around flood zones to leave without delay.

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

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