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Flood Watch
Issued: 9:10 AM Mar. 5, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM EST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington and West Virginia, including the following counties, Doddridge, Jackson WV, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Tyler, Wirt and Wood. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Moderate to heavy rainfall from Tuesday night and Wednesday has left soils vulnerable to significant runoff with any additional rainfall picked up today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our X and Facebook pages. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 6:00 AM Mar. 5, 2026 – National Weather Service
...AREAS OF DENSE FOG THIS MORNING... Areas of fog have formed across portions of the area after recent rainfall and some clearing of skies, with dense fog possible in some locations. Fog is expected to gradually dissipate later this morning across the area. Visibility will be restricted in any areas of fog and could be as low as a half mile or less in spots. Exercise caution traveling this morning. Please slow down and leave extra room between other vehicles.
Flood Warning
Issued: 4:44 AM Mar. 5, 2026 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 730 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Meigs, Vinton and Washington and western West Virginia, including the following county, Mason. * WHEN...Until 730 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of creeks, small rivers, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations continues this afternoon. This includes the Shade River near Chester which is currently in minor flood. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1135 PM EST, Doppler radar and gauges indicated another round of heavy rain moving into the warned area. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional heavy rainfall is expected into the overnight hours. The Shade River near Chester remains in minor flood stage and slowly rising. The current stage is around 18 feet, which results in flooding impacts to low sections of Scout Camp Road and Sugar Creek Bridge. Additional minor flooding is likely along the river. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Athens, Jackson, Wellston, Pomeroy, Mcarthur, Albany, Racine, Coolville, Rutland, Lake Hope State Park, Forked Run State Park, New Haven, Mason, Tuppers Plains, Middleport, Chester, Hamden, Syracuse, Hartford City and Coalton. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely. &&
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