Ohio Severe Flood Watch | Effective 08/14/2026 23:16

Headline: 
Flood Watch issued August 15 at 2:16AM EDT until August 16 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Flood Watch
Urgency: 
Future
Effective: 
August 14, 2026 - 11:16pm
Expires: 
August 15, 2026 - 7:30am
Description: 
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Highland, Pike and Scioto. * WHEN...From noon EDT today through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected today and tonight. Heavy rainfall is possible, especially tonight, which may result in flash flooding.
Instruction: 
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.
Area Description: 
Highland; Adams; Pike; Scioto
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov