Headline:
Flood Warning issued May 27 at 11:19PM EDT until May 28 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 27, 2026 - 8:19pm
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by prior excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Northeastern Washington County in southeastern Ohio...
* WHEN...Until 400 AM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1108 PM EDT, the gauge on the Little Muskingum River at
Bloomfield was at 15.6 feet. The river is anticipated to rise
just above Minor Flood Stage (16.0 feet) overnight. Flooding is
expected to begin shortly in the warned area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Mainly rural areas of Northeastern Washington County.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
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.
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
Sender: