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Scioto Ema Scioto County Emergency Management Agency page to provide alerts and notifications on emergency situations, including severe weather.

Scioto County EMA operates the County Emergency Operations Center for response and recovery from emergency crisis. This page is for assisting with emergency public information to help citizens be proactive during emergency events.

FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING FOR SCIOTO COUNTY* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfal...
08/12/2026

FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING FOR SCIOTO COUNTY

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Additional thunderstorms are expected through Wednesday. Locally
heavy rainfall and the potential for storms to repeatedly track
over the same areas are possible. This will result in the
potential for flash flooding.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People in the watch area should keep an eye on the weather and be
prepared for immediate action should heavy rains and flooding occur
or a Flash Flood Warning be issued. Avoid low-lying areas and be
careful when approaching highway dips and underpasses.

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Scioto County first responders and local and state resources are out in force this evening mostly clearing roadways of d...
08/11/2026

Scioto County first responders and local and state resources are out in force this evening mostly clearing roadways of downed trees.

If you have damage that you would like to report, please go to www.sciotoema.com and click on Report Storm Damage to complete the form.

Mainly interested in damage to any structure, but feel free to submit trees and other damage as well. Stay weather aware over the next 24 hours.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a* Tornado Warning for...Northwestern Lewis County in northeastern...
08/11/2026

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
Northwestern Lewis County in northeastern Kentucky...
Southeastern Brown County in southwestern Ohio...
Adams County in south central Ohio...
Southwestern Pike County in south central Ohio...
Southeastern Highland County in south central Ohio...
Northwestern Scioto County in south central Ohio...

* Until 500 PM EDT.

* At 428 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Seaman, moving southeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.

* Locations impacted include...
West Union, Manchester, Peebles, Seaman, Tollesboro, Rome, Blue
Creek, Decatur, Rarden, Cherry Fork, Sinking Spring, Otway,
Concord, Trinity, Dunkinsville, Bradysville, May Hill, Locust
Grove, Ribolt, and Charters.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...Northeastern Adams County in ...
08/11/2026

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Northeastern Adams County in south central Ohio...
Western Pike County in south central Ohio...
Central Highland County in south central Ohio...
Northwestern Scioto County in south central Ohio...

* Until 500 PM EDT.

* At 414 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Hillsboro,
moving southeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines.

* Locations impacted include...
Hillsboro, Peebles, Marshall, Kincaid Springs, Belfast, Rocky Fork
Point, Highland Holiday, Cynthiana, New Market, Rarden, Sinking
Spring, Danville in Highland County, Samantha, May Hill, Locust
Grove, Berrysville, State Route 136 at US Route 62, Highland County
Airport, Rocky Fork Lake, and Poplar Grove.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

To report severe weather, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and
submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWIN...
08/11/2026

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN SOUTH CENTRAL OHIO

ADAMS, HIGHLAND, PIKE, ROSS and SCIOTO COUNTIES.

A CLUSTER OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF SCIOTO COUNTY THROUGH 1115 AM EDT...At 1046 AM EDT, a cluster ...
08/11/2026

A CLUSTER OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF SCIOTO COUNTY THROUGH 1115 AM EDT...

At 1046 AM EDT, a cluster of strong thunderstorms were located over Peebles, moving southeast at 70 mph. Wind gusts up to 45 mph, half inch hail, and very heavy rain. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Portsmouth, Maysville, Hillsboro, Georgetown, Wheelersburg,
Washington, Mount Orab, West Union, Bethel, Williamsburg, New Boston, Manchester, Peebles, Ripley, Aberdeen, Vanceburg, Augusta, Wi******er, Marshall, and Sardinia.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 200 PM EDT for northern and northeastern Kentucky...and south central and
southwestern Ohio.

UPDATE POST...The Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled.The NWS in Wilmington, OH has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch...
08/11/2026

UPDATE POST...The Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled.

The NWS in Wilmington, OH has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 2 PM for Scioto County.

According to the NWS in Wilmington, OH...multiple rounds of storms are expected throughout the day today, with strong to...
08/11/2026

According to the NWS in Wilmington, OH...multiple rounds of storms are expected throughout the day today, with strong to damaging winds and very heavy rain and flash flooding being the primary threats. The heavy rain/flash flooding potential will linger through tonight into early Wednesday morning. Now is the time to plan for severe weather and flooding! Make sure you and your family know what to do if severe weather or flash flooding impacts your area!

UPDATED POST...The Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled for this evening. The Flood Watch through Wednesday is s...
08/10/2026

UPDATED POST...The Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled for this evening. The Flood Watch through Wednesday is still in effect.

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

Adams, Highland, Pike Ross and Scioto Counties.

ADDITIONALLY, A FLOOD WATCH IS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY MORNING...

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible through Wednesday morning. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected through Tuesday night. Locally heavy rainfall can be expected with the potential for storms to repeatedly track over the same locations. This will result in the potential for flash flooding.

People in the watch area should keep an eye on the weather and be prepared for immediate action should heavy rains and flooding occur or a Flash Flood Warning be issued. Avoid low-lying areas and be careful when approaching highway dips and underpasses.

A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued by the NWS in Wilmington, OH... warm and humid conditions will support the p...
08/10/2026

A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued by the NWS in Wilmington, OH... warm and humid conditions will support the potential for multiple rounds of thunderstorms possible today into tonight. The greater potential for severe storms and heavy rain will be this afternoon into the evening, possibly lingering into the overnight hours. These storms will be capable of damaging winds and flash flooding.

Tuesday through Sunday…an active pattern is expected through Thursday. Thunderstorms will be capable of damaging winds, and repetitive rounds could lead to flash flooding.

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729 6th Street
Portsmouth, OH
45662

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 2:30am
Tuesday 6am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 6am - 2:30pm
Thursday 6am - 2:30pm
Friday 6am - 2:30pm

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+17403558300

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