DeWine warns Ohioans of flooding concerns this weekend
COLUMBUS (WJW) – Governor Mike DeWine is warning Ohioans that the slow-moving weather system we're expecting this weekend could lead to flooding.
The governor said the ground is already saturated from the heavy rains earlier this week, and so additional rain is cause for concern.
In response, the state is working with local law enforcement and emergency management agencies to keep a close eye on areas where the threat of flooding is at a high level.
'We currently have quite a bit of localized flooding of rivers and tributaries are swollen and there are currently 70 roads closed across the state of Ohio,' DeWine said during a media briefing at the Ohio Emergency Management Agency in Columbus. 'We expect more roads to flood over, more water in businesses and basements and more low-lying areas will also flood.'
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The governor said ODOT crews have been cleaning out debris from culverts and drainage pipes to prevent water from backing up on roadways.
As a precaution, various agencies are on standby with equipment in case anyone needs to be evacuated or rescued.
The state is reminding residents that conditions, especially in low-lying areas, could change very rapidly.
'The most dangerous situation in this case is flash flooding and flash flooding happens very quickly, and you need to make sure you get to higher ground immediately,' Lt. Governor Jim Tressel said. 'We've got to make sure we never drive, walk or wade through the flood water and don't try to get around the barriers that have been put up.'
State authorities are urging residents to stay informed about the conditions in their neighborhood and anywhere they plan to travel to over the weekend.
'We receive our alerts on our mobile devices. Make sure those notifications are turned on. You're going to get your most up-to-date, both locally and from state officials, on where those hazards are and at what time that risk and that hazard is to impact you. So you make sure you have them turned on and know where your trusted sources are for information,' said Ohio EMA Director Sima Merick.
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The governor said the last time there was a threat of this type of widespread flooding was in 2021.
As a precaution, Ohio National Guard units are on standby, but DeWine said he does not they will be needed.
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