Headline:
Flood Warning issued June 18 at 11:15PM EDT until June 19 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 8:15pm
Expires:
June 19, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by prior excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Northeastern Vinton County in southeastern Ohio...
* WHEN...Until 1000 AM EDT 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 1112 PM EDT, emergency management reported that some roads
across northeast Vinton County continue to be impacted by high
water, particularly along Raccoon Creek. This includes State
Route 677.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Mcarthur, Lake Hope State Park and Zaleski.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Vinton, OH
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender: