Swift-Water Rescue Saves Driver in Flood | Dayton News

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

At 2 AM, a car got stuck in fast-moving floodwaters in Preble County—forcing emergency crews to call in specialized swift-water rescuers. The Miami Valley Fire District Rescue Team raced to the scene, teamed up with West Alexandria command, and pulled the driver from the submerged vehicle just in time. The driver admitted they didn’t realize how deep the water was until it was too late—officials warn: if you can’t see the road, don’t drive on it. This rescue also underscored the lifesaving value of inter-agency cooperation, as West Alexandria praised the Miami Valley team for their speed and…