Flash flooding caused by torrential rains on Saturday turned deadly in northern West Virginia. Officials said up to 4 inches of rain fell within about half an hour.

The death toll continues to rise in West Virginia after a historic flash flood. West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey confirmed that the death toll from the flash flood has risen to eight. Morrisey said that he was told about the death before his media briefing.

Another death has been confirmed from the West Virginia flooding event. On Wednesday, Governor Patrick Morrisey held a press conference to provide updates on the recovery efforts following the flash flooding event.