The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WARNING for Athens County until 4:00PM Friday, 2/18/22.

• WHAT-Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
• WHERE-A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington.
• WHEN-Until 4:00PM Friday, 2/18/22.
• IMPACTS-Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall.
• ADDITIONAL DETAILS-At 709 AM, Doppler radar indicated between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. Department of Highways reports numerous road closures due to flooding. Some locations that will experience flooding include Athens, Jackson, Nelsonville, New Lexington, Glouster, McArthur, Oak Hill, Somerset, and Rio Grande.  – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS-Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.

Report Severe Weather to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.

The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for Athens County in effect Thursday, February 17, 2022, from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM.

• WHAT-Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
• expected.
• WHERE-Portions of southeast Ohio, northeast Kentucky and central, northern, southern and western West Virginia.
• WHEN– Thursday, February 17, 2022, from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM.
• IMPACTS-Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS-Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for Athens County in effect from 4:00PM, Thursday, 2/17/22 until 4:00AM, Friday, 2/18/22

• WHAT-Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
• WHERE-A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington.
• WHEN-From 4:00PM, Thursday, 2/17/22 until 4:00AM, Friday, 2/18/22.
• IMPACTS-Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS-A cold front will stall over central Ohio on Thursday as a wave moves along the front. The front will slide eastward Thursday night. This will provide 1 to 2 inches of rainfall which may result in flooding. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

2/8/2022, 3:40PM – The snow emergency for Athens County has been canceled.  Please drive carefully some hazardous road conditions may still exist in remote areas of the county.

2/5/2022, 12:20 PM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 1 SNOW EMERGENCY.  Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.

2/4/2022, 3:10 PM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 2 SNOW EMERGENCY.  Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution!

2/4/2022, 3:35 AM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 3 SNOW EMERGENCY.  All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one should be driving during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel, or a personal emergency exists. All employees should contact their employer to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roads may subject themselves to arrest.

2/3/2022, 9:00 PM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 2 SNOW EMERGENCY.  Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution!

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WARNING for Athens County in effect until 3:15AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.

• WHAT…Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
• WHERE…Portions of southeast Ohio and West Virginia, including Athens County.
• WHEN…Until 3:15AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.
• IMPACTS…Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
• ADDITIONAL DETAILS… At 324 PM, County officials reported numerous road closures due to flooding throughout the warned area. Radar and gauges indicate that between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Freezing rain will gradually become the dominant precipitation type this afternoon. However, continued runoff will contribute to rising creeks and streams into the evening hours. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.

Report Severe Weather to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.

The National Weather Service has issued an ICE STORM WARNING for Athens County until 7:00AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.

• WHAT…Significant icing. Snow accumulations of up to 3 inches and ice accumulations of three tenths to three quarters of an inch.
• WHERE…Portions of southeast Ohio and northeast Kentucky.
• WHEN…Until 7:00AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.
• IMPACTS…Expect widespread power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages.