Damascus, Virginia Remains In Crisis After Catastrophic Flooding. Town Manager Chris Bell Urges The Public To Stay Away As Roads Remain Closed. The Town Lacks Water And Electricity, With A Curfew In Place From 7 Pm To 7 Am Through October 2nd. Donations Are Being Accepted At The Damascus Volunteer Rescue Squad On Government Road From 10 Am To 5 Pm Daily. Needed Items Include Hand Sanitizer, Bug Repellent, Flashlights, And Non-Perishable Food. Clothes Are Not Needed At This Time. Officials Report All Residents Have Been Accounted For But Stress That Volunteer Help Is Not Yet Needed As Damage Assessment Continues.
