Headline:
Flood Warning issued August 11 at 12:35PM EDT until August 12 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 11, 2026 - 9:35am
Expires:
August 12, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Central Morgan County in southeastern Ohio...
* WHEN...Until 400 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of the Muskingum River at and near
McConnelsville is expected this afternoon and evening.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1219 PM EDT, The gauge at McConnelsville on the Muskingum
River was reading 6.1 feet and rising. The river is forecast to
crest near 7.5 feet this evening. Due to the recent dam
replacement, the official flood stage is no longer representative
of known impacts. Flooding of areas away from the gauge can be
expected at lower stages. At stages of 7.5 feet, sections of
Route 669 above Malta and other roads along the river being to
flood. In addition, low-lying areas adjacent to the river,
including recreational boat ramps, will also experience flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
McConnelsville, Malta, Stockport and Eagleport.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free,
800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Morgan, OH
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov