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Flood Watch
Issued: 6:22 AM Sep. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...Portions of central and west central Ohio, including the
following counties, in central Ohio, Delaware, Franklin, Licking,
Madison and Union. In west central Ohio, Auglaize, Champaign,
Clark, Darke, Hardin, Logan, Mercer, Miami and Shelby.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms will move across
parts of the area this morning, possibly extending into early
afternoon. This may result in bands of heavier rainfall that
could lead to flash flooding.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People in the watch area should keep an eye on the weather and be
prepared for immediate action should heavy rains and flooding occur
or a Flash Flood Warning be issued. Avoid low-lying areas and be
careful when approaching highway dips and underpasses.

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