Patrick Morrisey: “We don't have an exact number but we are concerned about fatalities.”

“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.”

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

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

“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,”