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60 evacuated in Vinton County as floodwaters submerge roads

VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Gov. Mike DeWine visited Vinton County on Tuesday as residents continued cleaning up from flooding that stranded dozens of people, closed roads and damaged bridges and driveways. DeWine said Vinton County is one of 19 Ohio counties where roads have been flooded since June. He...

Vinton County, OH · 09-22

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Pomeroy residents are coming to grips with devastating flood damage and the work ahead

POMEROY, Ohio (WOUB) — Jackie Zirkle is standing in her bedroom. Two days ago the room and the rest of her house were flooded with 2 feet of water. The waterline is still visible on the walls. There’s mud on the floors. The air is thick and musty. Family...

Pomeroy, OH · 09-23

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State of emergency declared for 19 Ohio counties after severe storms and flooding

Vinton County, OH · 09-23

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New round of flash flooding hits Southeast Ohio

ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the Hocking River swelled nearly 15 feet in 48 hours after heavy storms triggered flash flooding across the county starting late Sunday night. Teresa Fouts-Imler, director of the Athens County Emergency Management Agency, told the Independent that first responders...

Athens County, OH · 09-22

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19 Ohio counties under state of emergency due to severe flooding

Editor's Note: This story and headlines have been updated to correct a reporting error in the number of counties covered by the governor's order. Gov. Mike DeWine has declared a state of emergency for Pickaway County in central Ohio and 18 other Ohio counties due to severe flooding from heavy rains. DeWine signed the order Sept. 22 in the presence of local officials, first responders and residents in Vinton County. That county saw widespread flooding Sept. 21 that shut down the Vinton County Courthouse in McArthur on the day the grandmother of the 16 Siders children found living in squalid conditions was scheduled to have a hearing. A pre-trial hearing scheduled that same day for Brandon Henderson Sr., another man charged in connection with that case, was also canceled due to heavy rains that flooded the courthouse. In addition to Vinton County and Pickaway County, the 17 other counties under a state of emergency are: Athens, Clermont, Gallia, Greene, Highland, Jackson, Logan, Meigs, Mercer, Montgomery, Morgan, Muskingum, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Van Wert, and Vinton. "We've seen significant flooding and damage across several Ohio counties," DeWine said in the announcement. "The state is working closely with local officials to

Ohio · 09-23

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Crooksville Floods Again as Moxahala Creek Surges Eight Feet Overnight

William H. Barker Community Center — Perry County Multi-Agency Resource Center. Floodwaters swept back into Crooksville during the night before Monday, September 21, 2026, and into Monday morning, forcing the fire department to issue a voluntary evacuation notice for residents in flooded or flood-prone areas around 10:30 a.m. Monday and triggering three water rescues before dawn. The Moxahala Creek rose roughly eight feet at one point, and high water swamped parts of China Street, Mill Street, Industrial Drive, Tunnel Hill Road, Buzzards Glory Road and Ohio 93 south of the village.

Crooksville, OH · 09-22

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Washed out driveway temporarily strands family in Wood County Monday

The weekend heavy rain caused a lot of flooding across the Mid-Ohio Valley, with one family temporarily stranded at their home.

Wood County, WV · 09-22

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Families displaced, homes wrecked after severe flooding in Vinton County

VINTON COUNTY, Ohio (WOWK) – Intense flooding hit parts of Vinton County Sunday night, submerging homes, sweeping away vehicles and forcing some residents into situations where they needed to be rescued. Samantha and Wyatt Howell said heavy rain was already falling around 11:30 p.m. when conditions quickly worsened near their home. “It had been raining […]

Vinton County, OH · 09-22

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Heavy Rain Floods Parking Lot

SOUTHPOINT, OHIO. (WSAZ) - High water is being reported at a shopping center in Lawrence County, Ohio. Heavy rain has flooded the parking lot adjoining the Southpoint Sam’s Club and Walmart. There have been no reports of entrapment. Keep following WSAZ for updates.

Lawrence County, OH · 09-23

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Cleanup efforts underway following Vinton County flooding

VINTON COUNTY, Ohio — Cleanup efforts continue in Vinton County after massive flooding there Sunday night into Monday morning. The heavy rains led to multiple rescues and evacuations as water overtook roads and homes. While the water may be going down in some places, the damage left behind in...

Vinton County, OH · 09-22

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Ohio flooding hits Perry County again weeks after devastating August floods

PERRY COUNTY, Ohio — Flooding swept through parts of Ohio after storms Sunday night, sending water back into neighborhoods in Perry County that are still reeling from devastating flooding in August. In Crooksville, condemned homes line China Street after August’s flood damage. Weeks later, floodwaters returned and filled many...

Perry County, OH · 09-21

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Camper in the creek after flooding in Hocking County

Hocking County, OH · 09-23

Chillicothe Gazette

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Send in your photos from the heavy rain in the area

CHILLICOTHE — In the past weeks, Ross and surrounding counties have received heavy rain. This has caused severe flooding on roads, farms, and in homes. More: A Waverly farm lost most of their crops due to flooding The Chillicothe Gazette wants to see your photos of the floods or storm damage. Send your photos to this link to be featured in a gallery. This article originally appeared on Chillicothe Gazette: Send in your photos from the heavy rain in the area

Chillicothe, OH · 09-23

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Community members help clean Vinton County church devastated by flooding

MCARTHUR, OHIO (WCHS) — Floodwaters left a path of destruction across Vinton County and, in the process, left a church with nowhere to meet. Community and church members spent much of Monday helping clean up Renovate Life Church of God. It's not the first time the church has experienced damaging flooding, but members said the damage is devastating.

Vinton County, OH · 09-21

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DeWine declares state of emergency for flood-soaked Ohio counties

McARTHUR, Ohio (WCMH) — Help is on the way for Ohio communities hit by September storms. While in Vinton County touring flood damage on Tuesday, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency for more than a dozen counties. “You’ve got damage that goes well beyond state roads,” DeWine said. He got a firsthand […]

Ohio · 09-22

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Flood warning issued for Muskingum County

A flood warning for Muskingum County was issued by the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh at 4:42 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 21. The NWS warns: "Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding." Muskingum County weather radar .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } What are NWS meteorologists saying? At 4:42 a.m., the NWS issued a statement including the following information: WHAT: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring. WHERE: Southwestern Muskingum County in east central Ohio, WHEN: Until 10:45 a.m. EDT Monday. IMPACTS: Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. ADDITIONAL DETAILS: At 4:42 a.m. EDT, local law enforcement reported flooding in the warned area. Between 0.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Some locations that will experience flooding include Zanesville, South Zanesville, Philo, Fultonham, Cannelville, East Fultonham, Duncan Falls and Blue Rock State Park. Source: http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood What to do during a flood warning If advised to

Muskingum County, OH · 09-21

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Ohio flooding hits Perry County again weeks after devastating August floods

Perry County, OH · 09-21

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Vinton County flooding prompts water rescues; Red Cross aids dozens as routes close

VINTON COUNTY, Ohio (WSYX) — Floodwaters again swamped parts of southeast Ohio after heavy storms pushed Lake Rupert over its banks and into nearby roadways, leaving drivers to navigate deep water and prompting school cancellations in Vinton County. State Route 683 was covered by water from Lake Rupert after...

Vinton County, OH · 09-21

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Meigs County, Ohio declares State of Emergency after heavy rains

Meigs County Flooding (Photo courtesy of Columbia Township Volunteer Fire Department)

Meigs County, OH · 09-21

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Lost Lands Storms Cause Cancellation and Campsite Chaos

Lost Lands 2026 has canceled its final day following severe weather at Legend Valley in Thornville, Ohio. Lost Lands ran from September 18–20, bringing another weekend of bass music to Ohio. However, dangerous weather forced organizers to evacuate the festival grounds on Sunday, bringing the final day to an early end.

Thornville, OH · 09-21

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