Flood Warning Issued for Eagle Creek at Phalanx Station in Trumbull County

Source: NOAA · Trumbull County, Ohio

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for Trumbull County, Ohio, as Eagle Creek is forecast to reach minor flood stage late tonight through Friday evening.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by NOAA on March 11, 2026 and geographically references Trumbull County, Ohio. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Weather Alerts — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Cleveland, OH, has issued a Flood Warning for Eagle Creek at Phalanx Station. The warning is effective from late tonight, March 5, until 6:56 PM EST on Friday, March 6.

Affected Areas

This alert specifically affects Trumbull County, Ohio, with the primary impact zone centered on Eagle Creek at Phalanx Station.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to "turn around, don't drown" when encountering flooded roads, as most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is significantly harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Avoid areas known to flood and monitor local weather updates.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast for the area. As of 9:00 PM EST Thursday, the river stage was at 8.2 feet. The river is expected to rise above the flood stage of 9.5 feet, reaching a projected crest of 10.4 feet Friday morning. According to the NWS, if the river reaches 11.0 feet, Barclay Messerly Road, McConnell East, and Knowlton Roads will become flooded and impassable.

Timeline

The river is forecast to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight. It is expected to reach its crest on Friday morning before falling below flood stage by early Friday afternoon. The warning remains in effect until 6:56 PM EST Friday.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for Trumbull County, Ohio, as Eagle Creek is forecast to reach minor flood stage late tonight through Friday evening.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Trumbull County, Ohio. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
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