Gov. Jim Justice has declared a State of Emergency for all of West Virginia’s 55 counties due to impacts from Thursday’s heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.

As the weather system makes its way through the state, creeks and streams have spilled over and roads are closed in numerous counties due to high water and mudslides.

Just after 4:00 P.M on Thursday, Governor Jim Justice declared a State of Emergency for all 55 counties in West Virginia.

In a release from the Governor, it says high water and mudslides have caused road closures in numerous counties. It also states that predictions show heavy rain and strong winds will impact the majority of the state through late Thursday/ early Friday morning.

As part of this State of Emergency, the Governor has directed the West Virginia Emergency Management Division to implement the West Virginia Emergency Operations Plan as it relates to flood response.

Creeks and streams have spilled over and roads are closed in numerous counties due to high water and mudslides.

EMD is in close contact with local offices of emergency management and state agency partners to assist and respond when help is needed.

The State of Emergency will remain in effect for 30 days, unless terminated by subsequent proclamation.