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 National Night Out events Denise Membreno August 4, 2025 1 min read Hope and Home task force latest attempt to address homelessness in Roanoke Gene Marrano August 4, 2025 1 min read Teen arrested after fatal shooting in Southwest Roanoke City Web Staff August 4, 2025