Lewis County’s long-term flood-recovery network continues connecting residents with supplies, volunteer help, food assistance, FEMA application guidance, transportation, and help navigating individual recovery needs.
Lewis County Mutual Aid’s Marketplace Plaza distribution center is listed as open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Services include recovery supplies, volunteer coordination, and community assistance. Current requested items include cleanup tools and supplies, detergents, diapers and pull-ups, batteries, pest traps, extension cords, hoses, personal-care items, mops, shovels, and yard rakes; inventory changes frequently.
The Lewis County Family Resource Network at 240 Court Avenue coordinates recovery referrals and operates a food pantry Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The First Baptist Church Carson Center has also provided flood-relief supplies, meals, and transportation assistance; transportation requests are listed at 304-641-3182 for medical appointments and Buckhannon Walmart trips.
Flood-affected residents can seek free well-water testing through the Lewis County Health Department at 304-269-8218. Crisis-counseling help is available through Community Care Weston at 304-269-9500. Services, hours, and inventory can change, so residents should verify current availability before making a special trip.