First Responders Gear Up for Flooding in Harpers Ferry Area
First responders brace for rising floodwaters along Potomac, Shenandoah rivers
DC News Now | Wednesday, May 14, 2025
First responders in Harpers Ferry, and the surrounding area, are preparing for rising floodwaters along the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, as heavy rainfall has already caused significant flash flooding and road erosion. Local schools in Allegany County are closed, and officials are particularly concerned for campers near the rivers as evacuation efforts are underway. The situation has proved tragic, with the recent discovery of a boy's body in Central Virginia who was swept away by floodwaters. Governor Glenn Youngkin urges vigilance as storms continue, prompting first responders like the Blue Ridge Mountain Fire Company to remain on high alert.