Cincinnati, OH – Residents across the Ohio Valley should prepare for changing weather conditions this weekend as a cold front moves through the region, bringing the potential for heavy rain and flash flooding before cooler, drier weather arrives next week.
According to the National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center, the front will shift south on Saturday, August 23. Storms are expected to develop across the southeastern Ohio Valley, with the heaviest rainfall projected in middle Tennessee, southeast Kentucky, and West Virginia. Meteorologists caution that while river impacts are likely to be minimal, localized flash flooding could occur Saturday afternoon and evening.
Forecast maps released by the agency show precipitation totals varying widely, with some areas of Kentucky and West Virginia receiving over two inches of rain. The greatest risk for excessive rainfall and flash flooding is concentrated in southern Kentucky and northern Tennessee.
By Sunday, conditions are expected to improve significantly across much of the Ohio Valley. Forecasters say cooler air will settle into the region, and relatively dry weather is forecast to persist into next week. The shift should provide temporary relief from recent humidity, allowing for more comfortable late-summer conditions.
Officials urge residents in flood-prone areas to monitor local forecasts and remain alert for potential advisories or warnings. Motorists are also advised to use caution, as heavy rain could reduce visibility and lead to hazardous driving conditions Saturday evening.
The National Weather Service continues to monitor the system and will provide updates as conditions develop.
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