Floods Force Campground Evacuations | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Another round of torrential rain unleashed major flooding across northern Shelby County, with Fort Loramie State Park campgrounds hit hardest—water rose so fast, some campers had to scramble to higher ground. While the lake’s spillway held, roads closed and evacuations were ordered in parts of the campground. Nearby towns like Maplewood and Anna also reported flooding. Campers like Tim and Peggy Simmons watched catfish swim right up to their tents, while others, like Charles and Debbie Bigham, had to relocate picnics entirely. It’s a stark reminder: nature doesn’t care about your plans—and…