Perry County Floods Hit Hard Again | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

Perry County is reeling from a brutal second wave of flash floods, with deadly consequences, widespread destruction, and emergency response teams racing to contain the chaos. The Ohio National Guard has been deployed across three counties to manage debris, distribute sandbags, and deliver aid as residents—still recovering from a prior flood—face the crushing emotional and financial toll of losing everything again. Critical infrastructure, including three damaged bridges in Crooksville, is being prioritized for repair, while first responders hand out water and set up donation centers. With…