WV and National Disaster News - October 13, 2021

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WEST VIRGINIA

Government News
WV Daily COVID Update & Stats for October 13, 2021 (WV DHHR) - There have been three deaths reported since yesterday's last report (Oct. 12, 2021), with a total of 3,998 deaths attributed to COVID-19.  DHHR has confirmed the deaths of a 46-year old male from Preston County, an 84-year old female from Preston County, and a 90-year old female from Preston County.
“As we extend our deepest sympathies to their loved ones, we also encourage all West Virginians to recognize the continued need to take every possible step to slow the spread of this disease," said Bill J. Crouch, DHHR Cabinet Secretary.  “If you are eligible, please schedule your COVID vaccine today."

LOCAL

• West Virginia’s COVID-19 numbers take a turn in the right direction (WOWK-TV)
• Kanawha County reports 72 new COVID-19 cases, 2 more deaths (WOWK-TV)
• Marshall County begins week of booster shots (WTRF-TV)
• Monroe County health department wants to bring antibody treatments to the area (WVNS-TV)
• Greenbrier County Commission votes to end indoor mask mandate (MetroNews-Radio)
• Hospitals' vaccine mandate deadlines quickly approach (WCHS-TV)
• Winners announced in final week of West Virginia governor's vaccination sweepstakes (WV News)
• Lawmakers consider COVID funding bills, other legislation (The Parkersburg News and Sentinel)
• House of Delegates committee approves congressional map (The Parkersburg News and Sentinel)
• Two fired, one demoted over complaints in Randolph County Office of Emergency Management (MetroNews-Radio)
• Richwood’s Baber begins prison term; judge rejects probation recommendation (MetroNews-Radio)
• Former Mayor of Richwood sentenced to prison for misusing funds following 2016 floods (WVNS-TV)
• W.Va. Judge Orders Couple In Submarine Spy Case Held in Detention, Sets Friday Hearing (West Virginia Public Broadcasting-Radio)

national

COVID

• White House tells states to prepare for Covid vaccinations in young children (NBC News)
• Saliva test could predict COVID severity in children (Allentown Morning Call)
• Here's why the once vaccine hesitant are changing their minds (CNN)
• US to reopen land borders in November for fully vaccinated (Associated Press/AP)

Weather

• The Best Places to Live in the U.S. if You’re Concerned About Climate Change (WTOP-AM Washington)
• Oklahoma City and Chicago face rounds of severe weather (AccuWeather)
• Gov. Abbott Places Emergency Resources on Standby Ahead of Hurricane Pamela (SanAngeloLive.com)
• Flood Insurance Hikes Haunt Homeowners Still Recovering from Ida and Henri (The City)
• CA Wildfires Destroy Homes, Force Major Freeway Closure (The Weather Channel)