A flash-flood swept through parts of Galax and surrounding areas Friday night, turning quiet streets into rivers and prompting multiple water rescues.

Over 70 first responders from 11 different agencies responded to the scene.

The Galax Volunteer Fire Department is excited to bring back the Fireman’s Carnival. The carnival opened on Wednesday and will run until July 2.

GALAX, Va. – Three hikers are lucky to be alive after they were rescued from a mine in Carroll County on Monday night. Three women, in their early 20s, went hiking but got lost in an old abandoned iron mine in Carroll County. Within 15 minutes, 60 first responders were on scene, including Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, Galax Police Department’s K9 unit, Pipers Gap Rescue Squad and Baywood Search and Rescue Squad. Ayers says the three hikers did the right thing once they realized they were lost. As a parent, Ayers said he’s grateful these hikers made it out safely.