Flood Warning — Van Wert County, Ohio
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 15 at 11:32AM EDT until August 21 at 3:12AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
...The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Ohio...Indiana... Auglaize River near Fort Jennings affecting Paulding, Allen OH and Putnam Counties. Saint Marys River at St. Mary's River near Fort Wayne affecting Allen IN County. ...Forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity and increased in duration for the following rivers in Ohio...Indiana... Saint Marys River near Decatur affecting Adams, Allen IN and Van Wert Counties. For the Auglaize River...including Fort Jennings, Defiance...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Saint Marys River...including Decatur, St. Mary's River near Fort Wayne...Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Saint Marys River near Decatur. * WHEN...Until early Friday morning. * IMPACTS...At 19.5 feet, Flooding expands into more farm land in the Decatur area. Flood waters approach Piqua Road...Ohio State Route
Effective August 15, 2026 at 11:32 AM ET · Expires August 16, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Northern Indiana
Expires
August 16, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Detailed river forecasts and additional information can be found at www.weather.gov/iwx under Rivers and Lakes. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 545 AM EDT.
Also In Effect For
This same Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Van Wert 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 (just now). It's set to expire August 16, 2026 at 5:45 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Van Wert County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for Allen County.