Cincinnati, Ohio – A surge of steady rain is moving into the Ohio Valley and could trigger localized flooding in parts of Kentucky, Tennessee, and southern Ohio through Tuesday morning. River rises are possible as moisture-laden air fuels downpours across the region.
According to the National Weather Service’s Ohio River Forecast Center, the heaviest rainfall through early Tuesday will fall over Middle Tennessee and western Kentucky, with some areas receiving up to 2 inches. Rainfall will also push into southern Ohio counties, including Lawrence, Scioto, and Adams, though totals are expected to be lighter.
Hydrologists are watching creeks and rivers closely, particularly in flood-prone areas near the Kentucky-Tennessee border and lower Ohio Valley. Many rivers remain within normal ranges as of Sunday, but additional rain could push gauges toward action stage or higher by Monday night.
Travelers should avoid flooded roadways, keep emergency kits ready, and stay updated on changing conditions. Rain-soaked soil increases the risk of runoff and flash flooding, especially in low-lying or urban areas.
Rain is expected to taper by Tuesday, but monitoring will continue as the basin remains vulnerable to additional precipitation midweek. More advisories may follow if rainfall increases.
