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

Governor Jim Justice ordered a state-level emergency as waters climbed fast in several counties.

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

Work crews currently check the damage in Upshur and Lewis Counties where routes and bridges were washed out.

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