The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flash flood warning for Fulton County, Ohio, effective until 2:30 PM EDT on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. The warning comes as a result of heavy rainfall in the area, which has led to rising water levels and the potential for flash flooding.
The warning affects a population of 25,637, including the towns of Wauseon, Liberty Center, Napoleon, and other smaller communities along Route 6. The map provided by the NWS shows the affected area in red, indicating the regions most at risk.
The NWS advises residents in these areas to move immediately to higher ground. Walking or driving through flood waters is strongly discouraged, as it is difficult to determine the depth of the water or the condition of the ground underneath.