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Ohio flood damage under review as FEMA weighs federal assistance

CROOKSVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — State, local and now federal officials are working across Ohio following those severe storms two weeks ago. Gov. Mike DeWine requested that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) come to Ohio to survey the damage; this will help determine the need for federal assistance. NBC4 was invited along as FEMA conducted […]

Ohio · 08-27

Athens Messenger

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Athens County works to rebuild after severe flooding

In the aftermath of devastating floods, Athens County officials work to pick up the pieces and restore vital infrastructure. The storms that struck Southeast Ohio and caused severe flooding in early August resulted from a high pressure area to the south bringing warm, moist air up from the Gulf of Mexico. This warm, moist air fuels any storms that are developing in the area, Dillon Blount , an assistant professor of meteorology at Ohio University , said. “When you have enough moisture in the air and you get clouds forming, the more moisture you have, the bigger the drops can get and the more rainfall you get overall” Blount explained. While pop-up storms aren’t unheard of in Ohio late summer, the storms that struck sustained themselves for long periods of time and stuck around thanks to the amount of moisture available. As of Aug. 18, Ohio University’s West State Street Weather Station reported 10.02 inches of rain in August. In comparison, the average August precipitation for Athens County between 1991 and 2020 was 3.16 inches, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). During the heaviest rainfall, the Hocking River reached 21 feet deep. This is a

Athens County, OH · 08-26

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Flash flooding hits Athens, Southeast Ohio

The Southeast Ohio region, including both Athens city and county, are still recovering from the heavy flooding that occurred Aug. 11. According to a report from the iAlert website issued by NWS Charleston, West Virginia, the city was met with approximately three to five inches of rainfall. Andy Stone, the...

Athens, OH · 08-25
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DeWine seeks immediate federal storm damage assessments

The state of Ohio has asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Small Business Administration to expedite damage assessments as soon due to the repetitive and ongoing storm impacts. The request impacts Washington, Noble, Muskingum and Morgan counties, among others affected by recent storms. Severe storms have caused flooding...

Ohio · 08-26

10TV

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Buckeye Lake flooding aftermath

Buckeye Lake, OH · 08-25

The Cool Down

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Ohio families were cleaning up one flood when a second left homes beyond saving

"Streets are lined with people's belongings, soaked by two rounds of flooding."

Crooksville, OH · 08-23

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Multi Agency Resource Center for Flood Assistance

ROSEVILLE, Ohio – Severe flooding often impacts communities on so many levels that it demands a coordinated effort from public resource providers to render the necessary support. A tri-county, Multi-Agency Resource Center has been established at the William H. Barker Community Center located on Karl Brown Road in Roseville....

Roseville, OH · 08-25

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Ohio National Guard highlights flood response after severe weather hits Crooksville

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — As severe weather swept through Ohio in recent weeks, the Ohio Army National Guard has been on the ground in some of the hardest-hit areas, including Crooksville, where catastrophic flooding prompted a response. Col. Jonathan Stewart, commander of the Ohio Army National Guard, was recently...

Crooksville, OH · 08-24

NBC4 Columbus

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Mandatory evacuation ordered for Buckeye Lake

BUCKEYE LAKE, Ohio (WCMH) — A mandatory evacuation has been issued for the area around Buckeye Lake as floodwaters threaten both life and property. According to a notice from the Buckeye Lake mayor’s office, the evacuation is for all properties west of the State Route 79/State Route 360 intersection. The notice said that the south […]

Buckeye Lake, OH · 08-21

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Mayor: We’re taking action after Aug. 11 floods in Athens

ATHENS, Ohio — The City of Athens has taken a proactive response to flooding that followed a storm last week that dumped up to 5 inches of rain on the city Aug. 11, Mayor Steve Patterson said Monday during a report to Athens City Council. The administration will continue...

Athens, OH · 08-20

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Flood Disrupts Muskingum County Fair

ZANESVILLE, OH – Rain during fair week is one thing, but this morning, some parts of the Muskingum County Fair looked more like a pond than a fairground. The fairgrounds were just one of several places across our coverage area dealing with flooding Thursday morning. At the fair, high water reached several areas, including near the campers, and forced officials to delay opening the gates until noon.

Muskingum County, OH · 08-20

Times Recorder

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Perry County storm victims receive food aid

Families affected by recent storms in Perry County received food and household supplies during a recovery distribution event held Aug. 19 through a partnership between HAPCAP and the Southeast Ohio Foodbank. The organizations expected to assist about 300 families during the event, according to a community announcement. More than a dozen AEP Ohio employees volunteered to help distribute food and supplies. Residents received food items including canned chicken, canned vegetables, pork and beans, peanut butter, jelly, shelf-stable milk, cereal, pancake and waffle mix and other pantry essentials. Disaster funding supports recovery efforts Food distributed during the event was funded through a grant from the AEP Ohio Foundation and purchased through the foodbank purchasing network from Fresh Connect Central, a wholesale food distributor operated by Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana. The distribution was part of a broader $50,000 disaster relief commitment from the AEP Ohio Foundation. According to the announcement, the funding included: $25,000 for the American Red Cross-East Central Ohio Chapter to support sheltering, emergency assistance and recovery services. $25,000 for HAPCAP and the Southeast Ohio Foodbank to provide emergency food assistance and relief services for families affected by the storms, including the Aug. 19 distribution event. Local agencies said

Perry County, OH · 08-21

The Logan Daily News

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Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains deploy to Ohio following severe flooding

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying alongside Samaritan’s Purse to Ohio after torrential rainfall triggered flash flooding across the region. Floodwaters have inundated homes, isolated communities and prompted evacuations and water rescues, leaving many families facing significant loss and uncertainty in the wake of the storms. Crisis-trained chaplains will minister in the hardest-hit communities in Perry and Muskingum counties, where an estimated 300 homes have been affected by flooding. They will provide emotional and spiritual care to homeowners, first responders and others affected by the crisis. “As people across Ohio begin picking up the pieces after these devastating floods, our prayer is that they will experience the peace and comfort of God,” said Josh Holland, vice president of the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Global. “A team of chaplains will be amongst the hurting communities, coming alongside them to offer a listening ear, prayer and sharing the hope that can only be found in Jesus Christ.” The BG-RRT deploys to natural disasters in coordination with Samaritan’s Purse, the Christian disaster relief organization also led by Franklin Graham. Together, the two ministries will address the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those impacted by the

Ohio · 08-22

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Red Cross Opens Shelter in Muskingum County for Flood Victims

ZANESVILLE, OH- The Red Cross is continuing to help those displaced by the extreme storms and flooding the area has been experiencing. There’s been a shelter in place at the Perry County Fairgrounds in New Lexington and they’re still housing between 40 and 50 people each night. Tim...

Muskingum County, OH · 08-20

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Trees reported down across the Mid-Ohio Valley following Saturday’s storms

WOOD COUNTY, W.Va. (WTAP) - Wood County 911 reports that trees are down and blocking portions of the 4000 block of Walker Road. As of 7:50 p.m. Saturday, Wood County 911 says that that is the only active call out for storm damage. They say that there may still be reports of damage over the coming hour or so that come in.

Wood County, WV · 08-22

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White Cottage residents cleaning up after flooding

Tuesday marks one week since that first round of severe weather brought a tornado, damaging winds and flooding to central Ohio.

White Cottage, OH · 08-18

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Rescue operations took place at Chateau Estates

ZANESVILLE, Ohio – The seemingly never ending cycle of rains and floods bring trouble to a mobile home park in Zanesville. According to Captain Jacob Gates of the Falls Township Fire Department, several people at Chateau Estates required water rescues. Residents were trapped in their homes due to flooding at around 8 o’clock this morning.

Zanesville, OH · 08-20

WBNS 10TV Columbus

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Perry County residents look to federal assistance as storm recovery continues

PERRY COUNTY, Ohio — After severe storms battered Perry County, residents and business owners are still cleaning up and trying to figure out how they will afford to rebuild. Senator Bernie Moreno visited the area Wednesday to see the damage firsthand. He said securing federal assistance for residents and businesses affected by the storms is now a top priority.

Perry County, OH · 08-19

The Columbus Dispatch

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Roads closed throughout central Ohio after flooding. See the list.

Download the Columbus Dispatch app to get breaking weather alerts. Significant rainfall on already saturated ground has led to road closures across central Ohio. On Aug. 20, the National Weather Service issued a flood warning for portions of the area, including Franklin, Fairfield, Licking and Delaware counties because of the rainfall. The warning lasts through 4:15 p.m. Aug. 20. Estimated rainfall totals have ranged from about 1.5-4.5 inches in the region. Western Licking County has been hit particularly hard by the most recent round of storms. Parts of Pataskala are flooded, and the weather service issued a flood warning for the South Fork of the Licking River. Columbus activated the floodwall in Franklinton and the floodgates on Greenlawn Avenue. Road closures can be expected to continue as water recedes. Dispatch news partner NBC4/WCMH-TV has more traffic and road conditions available on its website. Roads closed for flooding in Franklin County The following roadways are closed as of 11 a.m.: Jackson Pike between Frank Road and Dyer Road Interstate 71 between Interstate 70 and Interstate 270, as well as ramps from I-71 to Greenlawn Avenue Greenlawn Avenue between Front Street and Harmon Avenue Harmon Avenue north of Frank Road U.S. 104

Franklin County, OH · 08-20

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Homeless camps swept away in Columbus-area flooding

CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio — Thursday’s flash flooding in central Ohio washed away several homeless camps along the Blacklick Creek in Canal Winchester, prompting a large emergency response. Initially, officials had believed five people and a dog were missing, calling the report a “mass casualty incident”, according to the...

Columbus, OH · 08-20