Dozens unaccounted for after flooding sweeps through Southwest Virginia

At least 44 people were still unaccounted for after heavy flooding occurred in Buchanan County, Virginia, early Wednesday morning, authorities said. No deaths have been reported so far as a result of the flooding.

Overnight storms caused widespread power outages and infrastructure damage, with some homes having been swept off their foundations in the valley community of Pilgrim's Knob. Responding to the situation, Buchanan County officials received assistance from neighboring fire departments to help in search and rescue efforts.

The Buchanan County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday that 44 people were "unaccounted for," but noted that does not mean they are missing.