Cincinnati, Ohio – Scattered showers and thunderstorms are set to soak the Ohio Valley through Wednesday morning, with the potential for locally heavy rainfall and brief travel slowdowns across the region.
According to the National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center, a cold front will sag into the Ohio Valley and stall near the Ohio River, triggering rounds of showers and thunderstorms through at least 8 a.m. Wednesday. While widespread flooding is not expected at this time, forecasters warn that excessive moisture could cause localized downpours, especially across southern Ohio, northern Kentucky, and western West Virginia.
Cities like Cincinnati, Louisville, Huntington, and Pittsburgh could see rain totals ranging from a half inch to over an inch in the hardest-hit pockets. Drivers on I-71, I-75, and I-64 should stay alert for reduced visibility and ponding on roadways, especially during the evening and overnight hours. No flood advisories are currently posted, but residents are urged to monitor local updates and avoid driving through water-covered roads.
As showers continue, residents should keep devices charged in case of power outages and check gutters and storm drains to reduce the risk of localized flooding. While no major flooding is forecast, this system is similar to early summer rain events in past years that caused isolated water issues.
Rain chances persist into Wednesday morning, with additional updates possible if rainfall rates increase or flooding concerns develop.
