This resolution commemorates the tenth anniversary of the catastrophic West Virginia floods that occurred on June 23, 2016, which were caused by severe thunderstorms and resulted in a "thousand-year event." The disaster led to 23 fatalities , an estimated $1.2 billion in damages , and prompted both a state of emergency in 44 counties and a Presidential major disaster declaration. Thousands of homes, businesses, roads, bridges, and schools were damaged or destroyed, with over 500,000 people losing power. The resolution specifically honors the West Virginians who lost their lives and all those who were affected by the floods, acknowledging the resilience and strength demonstrated by communities in their rebuilding efforts.