Flash Flood Warning for Central Athens County and Northeastern Vinton County, OH
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for central Athens County and northeastern Vinton County in southeastern Ohio until 3:30 AM EDT.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Southeastern Ohio
- Issued
- September 20, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Charleston WV
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Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Charleston WV has issued a Flash Flood Warning for central Athens County and northeastern Vinton County in southeastern Ohio. The alert is effective from September 20 at 12:25 AM EDT until September 20 at 3:30 AM EDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers central Athens County and northeastern Vinton County. Specific locations that will experience flash flooding include Athens, Nelsonville, Lake Hope State Park, Chauncey, Buchtel, Amesville, The Plains and Stroud Run State Park.
What You Should Do
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.
Expected Conditions
At 12:25 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Timeline
The Flash Flood Warning is effective from September 20 at 12:25 AM EDT and remains in effect until September 20 at 3:30 AM EDT.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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