Columbus, Ohio – Residents across Ohio face another round of soaking rain starting Tuesday, with renewed river rises and minor flooding possible through the end of the week. Localized rainfall totals may top three inches, raising concerns along major waterways, especially in the western Ohio Valley.
According to the National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center, rain chances increase sharply Tuesday and persist into Friday, May 2. Most of the Ohio Valley will see steady rain, with the highest totals predicted in southwest Ohio, southeastern Indiana, and southern Illinois. Action and minor flood stage rises are possible, particularly in counties bordering the Ohio River.
Cities like Cincinnati, Dayton, and Portsmouth should prepare for water-covered roads and rising river levels. The heaviest rain may push smaller creeks and streams to bankfull, with moderate flooding unlikely but not ruled out. Residents are urged to avoid driving through high water, monitor local alerts, and secure belongings in low-lying areas.
Officials recommend charging devices and preparing for possible travel delays, especially near flood-prone routes like I-75 and U.S. 52. While major impacts are not expected, the Ohio River’s rise may echo early spring events and could prompt additional advisories.
Rain and river level alerts remain in effect through Friday morning, with more updates possible as conditions develop.
