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

Governor Jim Justice declared a regional emergency as floodwaters climbed fast in various counties.

Officials in Buckhannon urged citizens near adjacent to flood zones to leave at once.

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

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