Adams County, Ohio EMA

05/26/2026

Flood Watch for Adams County, Ohio

A Flood Watch is in effect from late tonight through late Wednesday night.

May 26 2026 - May 27 2026

Please stay weather aware and be ready to take action if flooding develops.

We need your help! If you safely take photos or videos of flooding, storm damage, high water, washed-out roads, downed trees, or other weather-related impacts, please tag Adams County Emergency Management Agency and include a location such as an address, road name, cross streets, township, village, or nearby landmark.

Never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don’t Drown.



Adams County, Ohio EMA

05/26/2026

Conditions will become favorable again for locally heavy rain on Wednesday with showers and storms that will move across the region. Given the recent wet conditions, this could lead to some flooding.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us also take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of the day and remember those who gave everything for our freedom.

From all of us at Adams County Emergency Management Agency, we thank and honor our fallen heroes. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

Flood Advisory for Adams County, OH

05/24/2026

FLOOD WARNING

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers... Ohio Brush Creek near West Union.

FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL LATE MONDAY MORNING

WHERE: Ohio Brush Creek near West Union.

WHEN: Until late Monday morning.

* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet, Water rises over the east side of State Route 348 south of Cedar Mills, with lowland flooding of county roads especially near Lawshee and west of Peebles.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 4:00 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 11.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage this evening to a crest of 20.9 feet late this evening. It will then fall below flood stage early Monday morning. - Flood stage is 16.0 feet.

05/24/2026

We need your help. Please SHARE, SHARE, SHARE

When posting storm damage, flooding, snow, or other weather impacts, please include your location and tag our agency in your post.

Including the exact location — such as a street address, roadway, or nearest intersection — helps improve situational awareness, supports local damage assessments, and assists with critical weather reports sent to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio.

Your reports make a difference and help keep Adams County informed and prepared.

Courtesy of: Adams County Emergency Management Agency

05/24/2026

Updated at 4:19PM

Flood Advisory extends until 7PM

Original Post:

A Flood Advisory is now in effect for Adams County and surrounding counties.

Reports are coming in of high water near or over roadways across portions of the area.

A Flood Advisory means that flooding is either occurring or is expected to occur soon, but the flooding is generally considered minor. Low-lying areas, poor drainage locations, creeks, streams, and some roadways may become impacted.

⚠️ Turn Around, Don’t Drown
Never drive through flooded roadways.

Continue to monitor conditions and use caution while traveling this afternoon.

05/24/2026

A Flood Watch remains in effect until 11:00 PM EDT this evening for Adams County, Ohio. Heavy rainfall over already saturated ground may lead to flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying or flood-prone areas.

Please remain weather aware, monitor the latest forecasts, and be prepared to take action if flooding develops.

⚠️ Remember:
Turn Around, Don’t Drown
Never drive through flooded roadways.

Source: US National Weather Service Wilmington
Courtesy of: Adams County, Ohio EMA

05/22/2026

🌧️ FLOOD WATCH 🌧️

A Flood Watch is now in effect from Noon EDT today through late tonight.

Periods of heavy rain may lead to flash flooding of creeks, streams, low-lying areas, and roadways. Around 1 inch of rain is expected with localized totals up to 3 inches possible.

Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms also cannot be ruled out.

⚠️ TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN ⚠️
Never drive through flooded roadways.



Courtesy: Adams County EMA
Source: US National Weather Service Wilmington OH

05/10/2026