Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Cleanup continues after last weekend’s flooding damaged homes and infrastructure in and around Charleston.
On Garrison Avenue, Pacific Street and along Sugar Creek, the water has receded, but damage is left behind.
Broken pavement, damaged culverts and piles of flood debris line streets as crews and homeowners continue recovery efforts.
Flood victim Andrew Minor said neighbors, along with the American Red Cross, have stepped in to help.
“The neighbors are pitching in,” Miner said. “One of my neighbors with a tractor cleaned up the roads before the city got here. I know they were overwhelmed."
Charleston resident John Sneed recounted flood damage and is hopeful insurance will help cover expenses.
“The cleanup is almost done. I got a couple of inches in the basement,” he said. “It damaged the retaining wall, the garden and the cars.”
Damage extends beyond the city limits. According to reports from homeowners, eight houses outside Charleston were destroyed and 27 others were damaged.
Those numbers not yet confirmed by inspections and city officials are still adding up the impact.
Flood victims are encouraged to report damage and arrange for curbside debris pickup.
“We're trying our best to be our here patrolling the areas and looking for it, but it's best to call it in to make sure it gets documented," Charleston Public Works director Brent Webster advised.
Anyone who needs cleaning supplies in Charleston may dial 211 for assistance.
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Cleanup continues after last weekend’s flooding damaged homes and infrastructure in and around Charleston.
On Garrison Avenue, Pacific Street and along Sugar Creek, the water has receded, but damage is left behind.
Broken pavement, damaged culverts and piles of flood debris line streets as crews and homeowners continue recovery efforts.
Flood victim Andrew Minor said neighbors, along with the American Red Cross, have stepped in to help.
“The neighbors are pitching in,” Miner said. “One of my neighbors with a tractor cleaned up the roads before the city got here. I know they were overwhelmed."
Charleston resident John Sneed recounted flood damage and is hopeful insurance will help cover expenses.
“The cleanup is almost done. I got a couple of inches in the basement,” he said. “It damaged the retaining wall, the garden and the cars.”
Damage extends beyond the city limits. According to reports from homeowners, eight houses outside Charleston were destroyed and 27 others were damaged.
Those numbers not yet confirmed by inspections and city officials are still adding up the impact.
Flood victims are encouraged to report damage and arrange for curbside debris pickup.
“We're trying our best to be our here patrolling the areas and looking for it, but it's best to call it in to make sure it gets documented," Charleston Public Works director Brent Webster advised.
Anyone who needs cleaning supplies in Charleston may dial 211 for assistance.
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