Flood Warning Issued for Athens County, Ohio Through Thursday Afternoon
A Flood Warning is in effect for Athens County, Ohio, until 1:15 PM EDT Thursday as heavy rain from thunderstorms triggers flooding in low-lying areas and streams.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Charleston, WV, has issued a Flood Warning for portions of southeast Ohio. The alert was issued following gauge reports indicating heavy rain due to thunderstorms.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Athens County. Locations expected to experience flooding include Glouster, Jacksonville, and Trimble.
What You Should Do
Residents are urged to follow the safety protocol: “Turn around, don’t drown” when encountering flooded roads, as most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. Use extreme caution at night when flood hazards are significantly harder to identify. To report flooding safely, contact the National Weather Service toll-free at 800-401-9535.
Expected Conditions
Flooding is imminent or occurring in rivers, creeks, streams, and other flood-prone or low-lying locations. The flooding is driven by excessive rainfall from recent thunderstorm activity. Gauge reports at 1:23 AM EDT confirmed that flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area.
Timeline
The Flood Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to remain in place until 1:15 PM EDT on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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