RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Gov. Glenn Youngkin delivered remarks on the impacts of the severe storm moving through Virginia, including reported deaths and rescue efforts provided by Virginia State Police and first responders.
At around 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27, Youngkin delivered remarks on the impacts of the storm moving through the Commonwealth.
In his statement, Youngkin reported that Virginia State Police’s helicopter unit supported the rescue efforts at Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee, where more than 50 people were reportedly relocated to the roof of the hospital due to flooding.
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Youngkin said state police is continuing to work with Tennessee authorities to move the patients to safety. He also said there are five community evacuation orders in effect in various counties including Augusta County, Whythe County, Pulaski County, Giles County and in Salem City.
“I just ask folks while these are voluntary evacuation orders for particular communities, please adhere to them. It’s for your safety. Your life is too important,” Youngkin said.