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River Flood Warning
Issued: 1:51 AM May. 28, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...South Fork Licking River near I 70 near Buckeye Lake. * WHEN...Until Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...At 880 feet, Water extends onto the 129A exit ramp from eastbound Interstate 70 to Route 79 near Buckeye Lake. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 880.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early Thursday morning and continue falling, remaining below flood stage. - Flood stage is 880 feet. &&
Flood Advisory
Issued: 1:38 AM May. 28, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...The following counties, in central Ohio, Fairfield, Franklin and Licking. * WHEN...Until 100 AM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 934 PM EDT, Local law enforcement reported continued minor flooding in northern Fayette County. Between 2.5 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Columbus, Newark, Reynoldsburg, Pickerington, Heath, Granville, Pataskala, Canal Winchester, Baltimore, Buckeye Lake, Hebron, Millersport, Beechwood Trails, Granville South, Fairfield Beach, Summit Station, Harbor Hills, Thornport, Etna and New Albany. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. &&
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