A flood warning for parts of the region remains in effect through as late as 7:15 p.m. for some areas.Counties included in the warnin

For the second time this week, the Tygart Valley River is expected to flood near Philippi and Belington, and minor flooding is also expected along the Buckhannon River.

A dangerous and life-threatening situation is unfolding in portions of West Virginia as officials urge residents in many communities to seek higher ground immediately after forecasters issued a rare Flash Flood Emergency early Thursday morning.