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Damage from flooding cancels Village of Rutland Octoberfest

RUTLAND, Ohio — The Village of Rutland announced Thursday that it's canceling its Octoberfest, which was set for this Saturday. The Village of Rutland addressed the cancellation on social media, stating that while the decision was difficult, it was necessary to continue flood recovery efforts. In late September, rounds...

Rutland, OH · 10-02

Times Recorder

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Federal aid is coming to communities devastated by August flooding and storms

Residents, businesses and communities recovering from August flooding and severe storms in the region are now eligible for federal assistance after President Donald Trump approved Ohio's major disaster declaration Oct. 2. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine requested the declaration on Sept. 2. Many residents in Muskingum, Morgan and Perry County communities, like Crooksville, Roseville, and Corning, were ravaged by extreme thunderstorms, severe flooding and the aftershock of a derecho from the Midwest between Aug. 10-23. "After weeks of working with the governor, FEMA and local officials, I'm grateful President Trump approved Ohio's major disaster declaration," Congressman Troy Balderson said in an email. "This federal assistance will help families, businesses and communities across Ohio begin rebuilding after these devastating storms." The August flooding was part of a broader weather disaster that injured numerous people, left about 300,000 Ohioans without power and damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses. Shawn Digity is a reporter for the Zanesville Times Recorder. He can be emailed at sdigity@usatodayco.com or found on X at @ShawnDigityZTR. This article originally appeared on Zanesville Times Recorder: Federal aid is coming to communities devastated by August flooding and storms

Ohio · 10-02

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‘Because we love Vinton County’: The flooding aftermath and response in photos

MCARTHUR, Ohio — A week after Gov. Mike DeWine visited Vinton County and declared a state of emergency, things are slowly returning to normal. By Sept. 24, state Route 32 and U.S. 50 reopened, restoring one of Vinton County’s connections to the outside world. While the floodwaters are gone, evidence of them can be found throughout the county. Dust and silt coats many of the roads and low-lying areas, the dried remnants of a torrent of muddy water that swept through with devastating consequences. Things in downtown McArthur have returned to normal life, but traveling further from downtown reveals the destruction. Debris chokes many of the rivers and streams throughout the area. This includes not only felled trees, but also the remnants of trailers, buildings, homes and vehicles swept away by floodwaters. Most stores and other buildings have reopened, but a handful of unlucky ones submerged in floodwaters remain closed. Two buildings particularly hard hit by flooding are the Renovate Life Church of God, located at 64698 Infirmary Road, and Xena Place Apartments, located at 420 S. Market St. The lower floors of Xena Place Apartments flooded out, causing thousands of dollars of property damage and displacing 24 families. On

Vinton County, OH · 09-30

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Weeks after severe storms, southeast Ohio communities are recovering from floods

It’s been a particularly rainy summer in southern Ohio. In August, severe storms destroyed at least 50 homes and businesses and caused major damage to 800 more across 23 central and southern Ohio counties, according to the governor’s office. Then, just as many recovery efforts were progressing, another...

Morgan County, OH · 10-01

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Flood destroys Pomeroy wood shop, owner unsure of next steps

POMEROY, Ohio (WTAP) - A flood destroyed Oak Street Wood Gallery after floodwaters caused an electrical fire early on September 20, according to owner Sherman Hoschar. Hoschar said he had just finished up working on a project for the night and less than an hour later his shop was flooded.

Pomeroy, OH · 09-29

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Weeks after severe storms, southeast Ohio communities are recovering from floods

Ohio · 10-01

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McConnelsville Recovering From Major Creek Flooding

McCONNELSVILLE, Ohio – Residents along the tributaries of Bell Creek in McConnelsville have experienced multiple rounds of flooding as a result of the recent storms that have swept through the area. McConnelsville Village Administrator Tim Louis shared how the village is dealing with the aftermath of multiple violent storms.

Mcconnelsville, OH · 09-29

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Lost Lands Endured the Worst Weather in its History

Despite unprecedented rainfall and challenging conditions, Lost Lands 2026 proved why headbangers continue to flock to Legend Valley. Dinosaurs. Dubstep. Crater. Becky. Mention these keywords to any headbanger, and they’ll automatically know that you’re talking about Lost Lands, Excision’s bass wonderland in Thornville, Ohio. Since 2017, the superstar DJ has grown his festival to be the premier destination for dubstep in the US. While that genre reigns supreme there, fans can also find plenty of riddim, trap, drum and bass, melodic bass, and sprinkles of hardstyle or house even if they look harder.

Thornville, OH · 09-29

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Flood destroys Pomeroy wood shop

A flood destroyed Oak Street Wood Gallery after floodwaters caused an electrical fire early on September 20.

Pomeroy, OH · 09-29

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Weather whiplash hits Ohio pumpkin growers

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Ohio — Pumpkin growers are getting hit from the opposite direction this fall. Last year, drought created problems for many Ohio growers. This year, some are dealing with too much rain. At Sam’s Pumpkin Patch in Fairfield County, Terry Dunlap checks his pumpkins by sight, touch and...

Fairfield County, OH · 09-26

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Region still facing issues after Wednesday flooding

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – Parts of our region are still dealing with the aftermath of Wednesday’s rainfall. In West Virginia, Lincoln County 911 supervisor reports that no roads or highways are closed at this time. In Boone County, the on-duty dispatcher says the roads affected are in the...

Boone County, WV · 09-24

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Hammond Hardware Rallies Community to Help Flood Victims

As residents of Vinton County, Ohio, begin cleaning up after severe flooding damaged homes, businesses and roads, Hammond Hardware Store in Hamden has become a collection and distribution point for supplies to help families affected by the disaster. The independent hardware retailer has been collecting donations of cleaning supplies and...

Vinton County, OH · 09-24

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Region still facing issues after Wednesday flooding

Parts of our region are still dealing with the aftermath of Wednesday's rainfall.

Boone County, WV · 09-24

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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