Charleston, WV – Flooding continues across parts of southeast Ohio Friday afternoon, inundating roads and low-lying areas. 🌧️
According to the National Weather Service in Charleston, a Flood Warning remains in effect until 10 p.m. EST Friday for Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Meigs, Vinton, and Washington counties.
Officials say excessive rainfall has caused creeks to overflow, leading to water covering low-lying roads and flood-prone areas across the region.
At 3:46 p.m. Friday, several county roads remained closed due to residual flooding, particularly in low-lying areas where runoff from creeks continues to move through the region. Forecasters warn that high water may linger into tonight, even after some creeks begin to recede back into their banks.
Areas along the lower portions of the Hocking River and Shade River are expected to remain especially vulnerable to standing water and overflow.
Communities that may experience flooding include:
- Wellston
- McArthur
- Middleport
- Chester
- Lake Hope State Park
Transportation officials warn that low-water crossings are already submerged in multiple locations, making some roads impassable for drivers. 🚧
The National Weather Service urges residents not to drive through flooded roadways, emphasizing that many flood fatalities occur when vehicles attempt to cross water-covered roads.
“In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain,” the agency said.
Residents who encounter flooding are encouraged to report conditions to the National Weather Service when it is safe to do so.
Officials advise drivers across southeast Ohio to seek alternate routes and remain alert for water over roadways through the evening commute.
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