Emergency services in West Virginia are coordinated through the state emergency management agency, which works with county offices, first responders, and federal partners to prepare for and respond to disasters unique to the region's geography and hazard profile.
Emergency Services locations are available in 83 cities across West Virginia. They are spread across 41 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Charleston, Huntington, Martinsburg, which have dedicated emergency management offices serving large populations and complex infrastructure.
Residents of West Virginia should sign up for their county's emergency alert system and follow the state emergency management agency on social media for real-time updates during disasters and severe weather events.
Emergency Services by Counties
Residents of West Virginia should register for their county's emergency alert system and keep a go-bag packed with essentials including medications, documents, water, and a battery-powered radio in case of an emergency requiring rapid evacuation.
Browse Emergency Services by county across West Virginia to find the nearest location.