Cincinnati, OH – Days of relentless rainfall have triggered widespread, high-impact flooding across southern Ohio, with conditions expected to persist until early Monday morning.
According to the US National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center, a 48-hour rainfall event spanning through 8:00 AM EDT Monday is delivering total rainfall accumulations of 2 to 6 inches across the region, with isolated areas potentially receiving even more. The heaviest rain has already fallen, but river levels remain elevated, prompting continued flood concerns through the weekend.
Hydrologic impacts include moderate to major river flooding, particularly in low-lying areas and communities along the Ohio River. Flood warnings remain active as saturated soils and full waterways struggle to absorb additional runoff. Cities such as Cincinnati, Portsmouth, and Ironton are among the hardest hit, with several local roads already closed due to high water.
Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads, monitor local alerts, and prepare for extended flood conditions even after rainfall ends. Officials recommend staying updated via NOAA weather radios or the Weather.gov/OHRFC site.
Drying conditions are expected to begin Monday, though rivers may take additional days to return to safe levels. Emergency crews remain on standby throughout the region.
