The City of Nelsonville announces that the Historic Public Square will be closed to traffic on Friday, August 29, 2014, for this month’s “Dog Days of Summer”, Final Friday Event beginning at 12:00 NOON and will re-open at 9:30 PM Friday night. The public is encouraged to drive safely while traveling through the downtown area.
The Nelsonville City Council announces that the Finance Committee will conduct a meeting on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at 5:00PM in Council Chambers. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL SATURDAY 8/23 AT 3AM.
ROUNDS OF SHOWERS AND THUNDERSTORMS ARE EXPECTED INTO TONIGHT. IN THE MUGGY AIR ANY SHOWER COULD CONTAIN A DOWNPOUR. THE SOIL IN MANY AREAS IS WET FROM PREVIOUS RAIN. IF REPETITIVE OR PROLONG SHOWERS OCCUR, FLASH FLOODING ALONG SMALL STREAMS IS POSSIBLE. RAIN AMOUNTS AROUND 2 INCHES WITHIN A FEW HOURS WOULD BE A CONCERN.
STRONG RISES ON SOME HEADWATER RIVERS COULD ALSO OCCUR TONIGHT INTO SATURDAY.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: A FLASH FLOOD WATCH MEANS THAT CONDITIONS MAY DEVELOP THAT LEAD TO FLASH FLOODING. FLASH FLOODING IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION.
IF YOU LIVE ALONG A SMALL STREAM, MONITOR WATER LEVELS DURING ANY HEAVIER SHOWERS. BE PREPARED TO TAKE ACTION SHOULD FLASH FLOOD WARNINGS BE ISSUED OR FLOODING IS OBSERVED. COUNTY AND PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIALS SHOULD ALSO INCREASE THEIR WEATHER AWARENESS.
Don’t forget to stop out to the Nelsonville Farmers Market Saturday, 8/23 from 10a-12pm corner of Washington Street and Fort Street.
The National Safety Council has examined the leading causes of unintentional deaths and injuries, and is taking action in five areas where it can make the greatest impact. One of these areas is teen driving. Learn how you can get involved.
The Nelsonville Street Department announces that Madison Street between W. Franklin Street and Cross Street will be closed to traffic on Tuesday, August 19, 2014, from 7:00AM to 5:00PM for a storm sewer repair.
Safety tips for motorists to share the road safely with school buses during back-to-school season and throughout the year.
Back-to-School Tips for Parents – Teach your children how to stay safe on and around school buses.
The Nelsonville Street Department announces that Madison Street between W. Franklin Street and Cross Street will be closed to traffic on Monday, August 18, 2014, from 7:00AM to 5:00PM for a storm sewer repair.
The City of Nelsonville announces that the Aquatic Center will close for the 2014 Swim Season at 4:00PM Saturday, August 16, 2014. Thank you for a great year. We look forward to seeing you next year!
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