CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is warning against price gouging during a state of emergency declared February 16 in response to snow and ice across portions of West Virginia. Winter storms have dropped snow and ice across the state leaving behind downed trees, blocked roads and widespread power outages. On February 16, Gov. Jim Justice declared a state of emergency in Cabell, Lincoln, Putnam and Wayne counties. The remaining 51 counties are under a state of preparedness. “So many people are left without power and will need basic resources to endure the storms,” Morrisey said in a statement. “It’s encouraging to see the state pool its resources to clear roads and restore electricity to homes in the affected areas. West Virginians are always willing to help their neighbors, and I am sure the same will hold true in this time of need.”