Flood Disaster Information Update – July 23, 2026
Buckhannon, West Virginia — July 23, 2026: The City of Buckhannon and Upshur County officials urge all residents to stay informed, use verified information sources and follow established procedures as community recovery efforts continue.
Stay Informed Through Official Channels
Residents are strongly encouraged to sign up for NIXLE alerts to receive real‑time emergency notifications from Upshur County DHSEM, law enforcement, and other official agencies. To sign up, simply text your zip code to 888777.
Please rely only on trusted sources for updates, including:
- City of Buckhannon
- Upshur County Commission
- Upshur County DHSEM
- Upshur County 911
Be alert to scams. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent an agency or relief organization, verify before sharing information or making commitments.
Centralized Donation & Supply Drop‑Off Center — NOW OPEN
The coordinated donation and supply center is fully operational at West Virginia Wesleyan College.
Public Drop‑Off Location (Standard Donations): Enter the Chapel Oval from Camden Avenue. This entrance is reserved for all regular public donations.
Large Trailer / Bulk Donations: If you are delivering a trailer or a large‑volume load, enter the Auxiliary Gym parking lot from the lower end of College Avenue – 151 Cebe Ross Drive. This entrance should be used only for large donations to maintain safe traffic flow.
All donated resources must be coordinated through the Upshur County Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management at 304‑472‑4983.
Documenting Losses
Residents experiencing damage should document all losses and submit information through the official reporting portal: survey123.arcgis/share
Accurate reporting helps emergency officials assess needs and coordinate assistance.
Coordination Reminder
To ensure efficient operations:
- Use the Chapel/Camden Avenue entrance for all standard public donations.
- Reserve the Auxiliary Gym / College Avenue entrance for large trailer‑based deliveries only.
- Coordinate all offers of assistance through the Office of Emergency Management.
###