Alertes en vigueurFairfield

The Flood Warning continues for the following river
S: South Fork Licking River Near I 70 near Buckeye Lake.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: South Fork Licking River near I 70 near Buckeye Lake.
When: Until late tonight.
Impacts: At 881.0 feet, The Route 79 eastbound exit is closed due to high water, with water likely also encroaching onto the edge of eastbound outer lane of Interstate 70.
Additional Details: - At 3:45 AM EDT Monday the stage was 880.8 feet. - ForecastThe river is near crest. It is expected to fall below flood stage late this evening and continue falling, remaining below flood stage. - Flood stage is 880.0 feet.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/iln.