Be prepared says Red Cross Gene Marrano September 12, 2018 1 min read If the worse happens this weekend and local residents lose power, water or are forced to relocate due to flooding from heavy rain – will they be prepared? WFIR’s Gene Marrano has more: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Reserve 9-1-1 for true emergencies this weekendNext: 5 rescues conducted overnight in Roanoke County Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025