
Staunton swamped, literally, by recent flooding
The City of Staunton is facing millions of dollars in costs related to two recent storm events, against a backdrop of a budget that is already stretched to the gills.

The City of Staunton is facing millions of dollars in costs related to two recent storm events, against a backdrop of a budget that is already stretched to the gills.

Localized flooding resulting from significant rainfall last night in Staunton had major impacts on the Wharf District along Byers Street, where several establishments experienced high water conditions.

Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA-06) sent a letter to Gov. Ralph Northam today urging the Commonwealth to act immediately to grant an emergency declaration to the City of Staunton.

The City of Staunton continues to conduct storm readiness activities to prepare for inclement weather forecasts over the next several days.

Staunton City Manager Steve Rosenberg has issued a declaration of local emergency in response to the flooding from over the past weekend.

The City of Staunton continues to actively respond to the flooding resulting from severe rainfall on Saturday.

Those who live near the water around the Chesapeake Bay probably know this already, but now it’s official: Last year saw a lot more “sunny day” flooding than there used to be.

The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries advises recreational boaters to use extreme caution this upcoming weekend.

The Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries to advise recreational boaters to use extreme caution this upcoming Memorial Day weekend.

Gov. Ralph Northam has declared a state of emergency in response to heavy rains and extreme flooding in multiple jurisdictions in Virginia.
Local news is in “serious jeopardy,” according to experts. Pitch in and help AFP continue to deliver news to the Valley, Virginia and beyond.