Flash Flood Warning Hits Central Ohio | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

Central Ohio braced for danger as flash flood warnings hit Franklin and Fairfield counties, with heavy rain dumping 1-4 inches overnight and more predicted. Radar confirmed thunderstorms brewing, and the National Weather Service issued urgent alerts for towns like Lancaster, Grove City, and Circleville — plus scenic spots like Hocking Hills State Park. Flash floods strike fast, often within hours, and are deadly — especially when people drive through flooded roads. The NWS’s lifesaving mantra: “Turn around, don’t drown.” Even six inches of moving water can knock you down; two feet can wash…