WV and National Disaster News - August 21, 2024

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West Virginia

Fire

• First Day of School Delayed After Fire Damages Pleasants County Buses (WV Public)

• Shorty Anderson's Auto Services wants MUB to pay up for flood issues (WDTV) - Shorty's claims the problems stem from the development behind their shop. The pipes cant hold the water from the property and they believe the Morgantown Utility Board, who oversees the developments knew the infrastructure would not hold.

Infrastructure/Utility

• Nearly 3,000 feet of water mains to be replaced in Belle water system upgrade (WCHS TV)
• $44 million water treatment plant expansion begins in Weirton (WTRF)

Recognition

• Wheeling Fire Asst. Chief Paul Harto honored for 38 years of service (WTRF)

Weather

• Is it August or early October? Cool Weather continues (WTAP) – also see WSAZ Weather

National News

Disaster Declarations

• Connecticut governor submits federal emergency declaration (WNPR - Public Radio)
• FEMA approves disaster declaration for New Hampshire counties; $5 million in damage reported (WMUR News)
• Disaster declaration approved for Vermont for July flooding from remnants of Beryl (Associated Press)
• President Biden Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska (North Platte Post)

Disaster Recovery

• Law firm threatens to sue FEMA over delays in aid for Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire victims (KRQE News 13)
• East Palestine residents want more time, information before deciding to accept $600M settlement (WESA)

 
Flood Insurance 

• Homeowners without flood insurance may still be able to get help after the storm. Here's how. (NY News – 12 Long Island)
• Louisiana senators Cassidy, Kennedy still seeking flood insurance reforms (WVUE News)

Heat & Travel Accident

• Terrifying video shows unconscious UPS driver veer off the road, crash into tree due to heat (AccuWeather)

Weather

• Northeast drying out and experiencing fall-like weather after flooding rain (AccuWeather)
• Atlantic Niña: The phenomenon that could have a big effect on this year's hurricane forecast (News4Jax)
• New forecast reveals when and where hurricane season could get active after Ernesto (CNN)​

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