Ohio Flood Warning - Severe | Effective 05/23/2026 13:06

Headline: 
Flood Warning issued May 23 at 4:06PM EDT until May 23 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event: 
Flood Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 23, 2026 - 1:06pm
Expires: 
May 23, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Northeastern Washington County in southeastern Ohio... * WHEN...Until 615 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 404 PM EDT, gauge reports indicate high water levels across creeks, rivers, and streams in the warned area from previous rounds of heavy rainfall. This includes Duck Creek and the Little Muskingum River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Marietta and Lower Salem. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction: 
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.
Area Description: 
Washington, OH
Forcast Office: 
NWS Charleston WV