Heavy rain caused road closures in Jerusalem Township, flooding concerns near Oregon and Port Clinton, and significant flooding on Kelleys Island.
OHIO, USA — Heavy rain led to flash flooding concerns across parts of northwest Ohio Monday, with road closures reported in Jerusalem Township, flooding concerns near Oregon and significant flooding reported in Lake Erie communities including Kelleys Island and parts of Ottawa County.
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The National Weather Service issued flood-related alerts Monday for parts of the region after rounds of heavy rain moved through the area. Alerts included Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky, Wood and Erie counties, with forecasters warning that heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in low-lying areas, poor-drainage areas, streets and underpasses.
Jerusalem Township flooding
In Jerusalem Township, officials said heavy rainfall caused several road closures Monday morning. According to the township, roads closed due to flooding included all roads running east and west, along with several intersections along Route 2, including Route 2 and 579, Route 2 and Yondota, Route 2 and North Curtice and Route 2 and Norden.
Other closures reported by the township included Brown and Short, Brown and Nissen, Seaman near 8120 and Seaman and Cousino.
Township crews said they were working with local, county and state agencies to respond to the flooding. Anyone affected by the flooding can seek shelter at Jerusalem Township Hall, where the American Red Cross is establishing operations.
Drivers are urged to avoid flooded roads and obey all posted closures. Floodwater can change quickly, and even shallow water can be dangerous.
Flooding concerns near Oregon
The National Weather Service warning area Monday included parts of northeastern Lucas County and Ottawa County. Earlier alert language specifically mentioned eastern Oregon, Curtice, Williston, Reno Beach and Bono as locations that could experience flash flooding, and said flooding of Route 2 was possible.
WTOL 11 asked viewers in Oregon, Jerusalem Township and nearby communities to share what they were seeing Monday as rain moved through the area.
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Port Clinton and Ottawa County
Flooding concerns also extended into Ottawa County. National Weather Service alert language Monday included Ottawa County and areas near Port Clinton, Oak Harbor, Catawba Island, Marblehead and Rocky Ridge. Forecasters warned that flash flooding could affect streets, underpasses, creeks, streams and other low-lying areas.
Kelleys Island flooding
Kelleys Island also experienced significant flooding after extremely heavy rainfall Sunday night into Monday. According to the WTOL 11 Weather Team, the island received almost 16 inches of rain in 24 hours.
Authorities on Kelleys Island urged the public to use caution and conserve water usage as the island dealt with flooding.
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Flood safety reminders
If you encounter a flooded road, turn around and find another route. Authorities and the National Weather Service warn drivers not to drive through floodwater because water depth can be difficult to judge and roads can wash out beneath the surface.
Residents should avoid flooded areas, follow road closure signs and monitor WTOL 11 Weather for the latest alerts and forecast updates.