Flood Warning — Monroe County, Ohio
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 16 at 1:51PM EDT until August 16 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Pittsburgh PA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...West Central Monroe County in east central Ohio... Southeastern Muskingum County in east central Ohio... Noble County in east central Ohio... * WHEN...Until 630 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 149 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported flooding across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen so far today. - A line of thunderstorms will produce an additional 0.5 to 1 inch of rain through 2:30 PM as they track across the area. This could result in additional flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Caldwell, Dudley, Belle Valley, Sarahsville, Dexter City, Harriettsville and Wolf Run State Park. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 16, 2026 at 1:51 PM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Pittsburgh PA
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
Last Checked
2 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Also In Effect For
This same Flood Warning also covers:
Other Active Alerts in Ohio
Flood Warning
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Flash Flood Warning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Monroe County, Ohio?
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Is this Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (2 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Monroe County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Muskingum County, Noble County.