COAL RUN VILLAGE, Ky. (WMDJ) – Recovery efforts are underway after severe flooding left approximately 112 structures damaged, some extensively.
The Coal Run Village Fire Department Swift Water Team conducted 82 rescues throughout the area between February 15th and 16th.
Emergency supplies, including drinking water, MREs and cleaning supplies, are being distributed at City Hall, Monday through Friday, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Those unable to visit during these hours can call (606) 437-6032 for assistance. Additional cleaning supplies are expected to arrive soon.
Volunteer groups, including International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) at Coal Run Church of Christ and Samaritan’s Purse U.S. Disaster Relief at First Baptist Church in Pikeville, are assisting with cleanup efforts.
FEMA officials have completed damage assessments and are expected to be in Pike County this week. Officials are hopeful that FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program (IHP) will be approved, providing financial assistance to those with uninsured losses. A decision is expected by the end of the week or early next week.
Additionally, the Pike County Health Department will host a mobile vaccination clinic at Coal Run City Hall on Monday from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Those involved in cleanup efforts are encouraged to get Hepatitis A and tetanus vaccinations.





