Weather Alert in Ohio
Flood Warning issued March 5 at 10:37PM EST until March 6 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Charleston WV
AREAS AFFECTED: Athens, OH; Gallia, OH; Jackson, OH; Meigs, OH; Vinton, OH; Washington, OH
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Meigs, Vinton and Washington. * WHEN...Until 700 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1034 PM EST, rises on some creeks and streams continue due to runoff from the rain Wednesday night. This has resulted in several flooded roads across the warned area. Some larger creeks experiencing minor flooding include and the Shade River and the upper reaches of Raccoon Creek. - In the Chester community, the river gauge on the Shade River had fallen below bankfull. However, low spots on Scout Camp Road near Sugar Run Creek bridge may still be experiencing backwater issues, and low lying areas adjacent to the river are likely still flooded, including a few agricultural fields. Flooding of low-lying areas along the Hocking River is also possible overnight. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Athens, Jackson, Wellston, Pomeroy, Mcarthur, Albany, Racine, Coolville, Rutland, Lake Hope State Park, Forked Run State Park, New Haven, Mason, Tuppers Plains, Middleport, Chester, Hamden, Syracuse, Hartford City and Coalton. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
INSTRUCTION: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. It is harder to tell the depth of the water at night. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
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Sleet is a form of precipitation in which small ice pellets are the primary
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