Flood Warning Issued for South Central Noble County, Ohio Through Thursday Morning
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for South Central Noble County, including Dexter City, as excessive rainfall causes rising water levels in local streams.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Noble County, Ohio
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Pittsburgh
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Noble County, Ohio.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, PA has issued a Flood Warning for South Central Noble County in east central Ohio. This alert was issued at 11:00 PM EDT on Wednesday, March 11, following reports of heavy rain and rising water levels.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers South Central Noble County. One of the primary locations expected to experience flooding is Dexter City. The alert encompasses rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying or flood-prone locations within this geographic area.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are urged to follow the safety mantra: "Turn around, don't drown." You should never attempt to drive through flooded roads, as most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles. It is advised to avoid flood-prone areas and monitor local conditions closely.
Expected Conditions
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is either imminent or already occurring. Gauge reports at 11:00 PM EDT indicated heavy rain across the region. Streams are continuing to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. The primary hazards include the flooding of rivers, creeks, and streams.
Timeline
The Flood Warning is effective immediately and will remain in place until 5:00 AM EDT on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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