Governor Patrick Morrisey Announces Opening of Disaster Recovery Centers for Residents in Marion and Ohio Counties

From: West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey
July 31, 2025

Centers offer in-person help from state, local and federal agencies

CHARLESTON, W.V. - Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced that Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are opening today in Marion and Ohio counties to help West Virginians affected by the severe flooding on June 14-15, 2025.

“We are very appreciative to have FEMA on the ground helping these communities through the recovery process,” said Governor Morrisey. “I encourage those affected by the recent floods to visit the Disaster Recovery Centers and utilize the resources available.” 

At the DRCs, residents can:

  • Get in-person help from state, local, nonprofit, and federal agencies on topics such as unemployment, insurance, health services, housing and more.
  • Apply for FEMA disaster assistance
  • Check the status of an existing application
  • Submit documents and get help with forms
  • Learn about disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

State agencies represented include the Departments of Health, Homeland Security, and Human Services, among others.

Disaster Recovery Center locations and hours: 

Marion County Disaster Recovery Center

City of Fairmont Public Safety Building

500 Quincy Street

Fairmont, West Virginia 

Schedule: Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Sunday 

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