Emergency demolition order issued for partially collapsed building in Fairmont

WKMZ NewsBy WKMZ StaffOctober 5, 2025

FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Authorities have declared an emergency and plan to demolish a partially collapsed building on Adams Street. The City of Fairmont has declared the structure at 200 Adams Street an imminent danger due to the location, condition and potential threat to public safety. It will be torn down soon. No injuries were reported when…

Water truck rollover claims life in Monongalia County

WKMZ NewsBy WKMZ StaffOctober 5, 2025

FAIRVIEW, W.Va. — The driver of a water truck died Saturday evening when the truck overturned in western Monongalia County. A Monongalia County Sheriff ‘s Department Facebook post said the wreck happened at the intersection of Crossroads Road and Klondike Road in Fairview. “Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to the family and loved ones…