Morrow County Emergency Management Agency

10/13/2026

● Chance of thunderstorms late tonight into Wednesday morning, and again Thursday night.
● A very strong cold front will arrive on Friday with windy conditions and lake enhanced showers.
● The coldest air of the season will arrive for the weekend and many areas will see frost/freeze conditions

10/09/2026

The remnants of Hurricane Isaias will move through the Ohio Valley Saturday night into Sunday. Any impacts will be very minor with moderate to heavy rain and breezy conditions, mainly on Sunday.

10/07/2026

FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 2026!
It’s Fire Prevention Week, and this year we’re talking about a very important topic:
⚡🦸 SAFE CHARGING IS A SUPERPOWER! 🦸⚡
Lithium-ion batteries are part of our everyday lives — powering our phones, tablets, power tools, e-bikes, scooters, and countless other devices. But when they’re damaged, improperly charged, or used incorrectly, they can create a serious fire hazard.
Some simple charging superpowers everyone can use:
🔌 Use the charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer.
🛏️ Charge on a hard, flat surface — never on a bed, couch, or pillow.
🔋 Unplug devices when they’re fully charged.
🔥 If a battery becomes unusually hot, swells, leaks, smells strange, smokes, or makes popping/hissing sounds — stop using it.
🚲 Charge e-bikes, scooters, and other large battery-powered devices outside whenever possible and never block an exit while charging.
👀 Keep charging devices where you can see them and avoid charging while you’re asleep or away from home.
And remember, working smoke alarms and a home fire escape plan can make a life-saving difference!

10/06/2026

Morrow County is promoting this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 -10.

10/05/2026

Morrow County is promoting this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 -10, Charge into Fire Safety™:
Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices everytime you plug in.
For more info: fpw.org.

10/01/2026

Statewide Burn Ban October through November

Ohio Revised Code 1503.18 Regarding Kindled Fires
O.R.C. 1503.18 is under the authority of the Ohio Division of
Forestry.

This law prohibits outdoor open burning statewide in
unincorporated areas during the months of March, April,
May, October, and November between the hours of 6 a.m.
and 6 p.m.

This ban includes burning of yard waste, trash, and debris,
even in a proper burn barrel.
During spring, wildfire danger is high before plants have
turned green, and in fall, fire danger is high due to abundant
dry leaves and dead grass. Warm, windy weather in both
seasons also contribute to elevated fire risk. Always be sure
to use a proper burn barrel when burning outdoors during
legal hours.
Call your fire department for info about local burning regulations.
Call ODNR Forestry at 877-247-8733 with questions.

https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/com.ohio.gov/documents/fire_forestryLaws.pdf

09/24/2026

09/23/2026

Shower chances will dwindle this evening and dry, autumnal weather is expected Thursday through the weekend as high pressure builds over the region. Expect mostly clear skies and below normal temperatures during this time.

09/20/2026

Rain will spread west to east across the area today with the heaviest expected in Northwest Ohio and towards Central Ohio, where a few thunderstorms are possible. Locally heavy rain is possible, especially for areas south of a line from Findlay to Mansfield.

09/18/2026

Scattered light showers on Saturday will become widespread Saturday night into Sunday with occasional thunderstorms. Most areas can expect at least a half inch of rain and localized pockets around 2 inches are possible.