Heavy severe storms rains pounded Weston, West Virginia, prompting flash floods that left streets closed and houses damaged.

Governor Jim Justice announced a regional emergency as floodwaters rose fast in several counties.

Officials in Buckhannon ordered citizens near close to flood zones to leave without delay.

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.