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Flood Warning Issued for Scioto River Area in Franklin County

The National Weather Service Wilmington OH has issued a flood warning for the Scioto River at Columbus Frank Road on August 20, 2026.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 20, 2026, 6:24 p.m. ET
Developing · checked 12h ago

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Official weather records from the show a was issued at 7:14 AM on August 20, 2026, for 1 zone at the Scioto River at Columbus Frank Road. Minor flooding is forecast from this afternoon to this evening, starting at 1:08 PM and ending at 8:09 PM on August 20, 2026. According to official weather records, at 24.0 feet, flooding occurs along the river outside the City of Columbus while much of the city remains protected. A stage of this level will cause flooding along the Scioto River in southern Franklin County, mainly in Franklin and Jackson townships, as well as areas near Haul Road in south Columbus. McKinley Avenue is closed at 24.2 feet due to floodgate closure, and Route 23 High Street is flooded near I-270. Official records advise people to turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads, noting that most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/iln.

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