Important Information from the Wheeling-Ohio County Emergency Management Agency and Wheeling Public Safety on today’s (Thursday, April 4) Ohio River flood.
Flooding Information:
– The Ohio River has reached “Moderate Flood Stage” – 40 feet – Be Aware of high water on various streets on Wheeling Island, Center Wheeling, and South Wheeling. (Expected crest is 41.9 feet late afternoon).
-If you are experiencing an emergency, call 9-1-1.
–Don’t drive through flooded streets, alleys or walk through high water.
Major Road Closures:
-Water Street at Heritage Port (12-14th Street)
-Most of the South end of Wheeling Island, near Wheeling Island Stadium, Casino area.
-Area near Water Pollution Control in Center Wheeling
-Benwood area near 48th Street
Update on WV Route 2 / River Road:
-Crews from Appalachian Power have completed electricity repairs.
-WVDOH is working to clean up the area and the road will remain closed through the day and into the evening Thursday.
Parking Cars:
-Free Parking is available to park cars for those in flooded areas in the 10th Street and Intermodal Parking Garage. Use the Main Street side to enter/exit.
Access to Wheeling Island:
-I-70 Exit 0 and the Bridgeport Bridge will remain OPEN for RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES.
-Onlookers in vehicles are being asked to avoid flooded areas.
Important Numbers:
If the public has questions about flooding, please call the Emergency Management Agency at 304-234-3757.
When water recedes below flood stage, and residents need their basements pumped, please call 304-234-3711. Your address will be added to a list, and fire department personnel will respond.
Tetanus Shots:
-The Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department is offering free tetanus shots. Shots will be administered starting at 9 a.m., Friday, April 5 until 3 p.m. You must be a West Virginia resident and no appointment is needed. They can be reached at 304-234-3682.
