Patrick Morrisey: “I’ll be traveling to different parts of the state, beginning that Thursday and leading through the weekend, because I…”

“We ask all West Virginians to join Denise and me in praying for Travis’s loved ones and the entire mining community during this difficult time,”

“Every day, our coal miners take on difficult and dangerous work to provide for their families and communities. Their dedication and sacrifice deserve our deepest respect and gratitude.”

We are disappointed by the decision on Boone and Logan counties, but we are not going to stop working for those communities.

I urge everyone in the affected areas to remain alert, avoid flooded roadways, and follow instructions from local emergency officials.