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Did a Chained Crossing Arm Keep Cincinnati’s Duck Creek Floodgate From Closing?

A source says the floodgate's warning arms were intentionally restrained after years without preventive maintenance. Photographs obtained by The Cincinnati Exchange show the crossing arms physically chained in the raised position. Whether that chain prevented the flood wall from deploying remains under investigation. The Duck Creek floodgate is a key component of…

ByAdam KoehlerJuly 22, 20260Comments

A blue pedestrian and bicycle path sign partially submerged in deep, muddy floodwater.

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Cincinnati emergency declaration follows flooding, severe storm damage

Mayor Aftab Pureval declared a local emergency for the City of Cincinnati on Tuesday after multiple rounds of severe weather caused widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and dangerous conditions across the city. The declaration follows deadly flash flooding that struck the region on Friday and another round of storms on Tuesday that produced additional flooding and…

ByNina OliverioJuly 22, 20260Comments

Deep floodwaters covering a residential street and surrounding homes in a Cincinnati neighborhood after severe flash flooding.

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Flash flooding prompts renewed calls for long-term solutions in Cincinnati

Cleanup continued across Cincinnati on Tuesday after another round of strong thunderstorms swept through the Tri-State, bringing renewed flash flooding to neighborhoods still recovering from Friday’s historic rainfall. The latest storms reinforced concerns that the city faces growing challenges as heavy rain events become more frequent. Residents and business owners spent the weekend removing damaged…

ByNina OliverioJuly 22, 20260Comments

First responders in high-visibility jackets assisting a driver in a car partially submerged in floodwaters during heavy rain in Cincinnati.

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Cincinnati flash floods: How the city responded and what comes next

Heavy rainfall that struck the Cincinnati area on July 17 left emergency crews scrambling to rescue stranded motorists, close flooded highways, and help residents whose homes and businesses filled with water. While first responders prevented a larger loss of life through rapid action, city officials now face growing pressure to improve flood protection before another…

ByNina OliverioJuly 22, 20260Comments

First responders in yellow high-visibility jackets and helmets wading through deep floodwaters to reach a partially submerged black car.

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East Side flooding leaves one dead, three injured after torrential rain in Hamilton County

The Cincinnati Fire Department confirmed one fatality and at least three injuries after flash flooding struck communities on Cincinnati’s East Side and neighboring Fairfax. Officials said several inches of rain fell in a short period, sending water rushing into low-lying neighborhoods and causing Duck Creek to overflow. Emergency crews rescued stranded residents from vehicles and…

ByNina OliverioJuly 20, 20260Comments

Workers in high-visibility yellow rain gear cleaning thick mud and floodwaters from a street in front of local businesses.

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East Side flooding cleanup continues as Cincinnati businesses recover

Cleanup efforts continued across Cincinnati’s East Side after powerful storms produced flash flooding that inundated streets and businesses over the weekend. Property owners spent hours removing mud, drying buildings, and salvaging equipment as they assessed the damage. Several businesses remained closed while crews worked to restore safe conditions. City officials also reminded residents to avoid…

ByNina OliverioJuly 20, 20260Comments

A jeep traverses a flooded road surrounded by trees, showcasing a challenging weather condition.

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Flood infrastructure review begins after deadly Cincinnati flooding

Cincinnati officials have launched a flood infrastructure review after flash flooding killed one person, injured three others, and caused widespread damage across several neighborhoods. Mayor Aftab Pureval said the city will evaluate how its infrastructure and emergency response performed during Friday’s storm while working with state and federal partners to support recovery efforts. The announcement…

ByNina OliverioJuly 20, 20260Comments

A dark gray sedan driving through deep floodwater on an interstate highway during a heavy rainstorm in Cincinnati. Several other cars are visible in the background, and there's a guardrail and trees on the right.

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I-71 flooding shuts down multiple lanes as heavy rain hits Cincinnati

Heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding across Greater Cincinnati on Friday evening, leaving several major roads underwater and disrupting travel during one of the busiest times of the day. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) closed portions of Interstate 71 after floodwaters made the highway unsafe for motorists. Emergency officials also issued a Flash Flood Warning…

ByNina OliverioJuly 18, 20260Comments

Deep floodwaters surrounding a dark red residential home and a recreational vehicle parked in the yard under a gloomy, overcast sky

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Flood watch issued as heavy rain threat raises flooding concerns across Cincinnati

Forecasters are warning residents across the Cincinnati area to prepare for the possibility of flooding as a slow-moving weather system brings rounds of heavy rain to the region. A flood watch has been issued for portions of southwest Ohio, northern Kentucky, and southeast Indiana as meteorologists track a plume of tropical moisture capable of producing…

ByNina OliverioJune 10, 20260Comments

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Did a Chained Crossing Arm Keep Cincinnati’s Duck Creek Floodgate From Closing?

Cincinnati emergency declaration follows flooding, severe storm damage

Flash flooding prompts renewed calls for long-term solutions in Cincinnati

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East Side flooding leaves one dead, three injured after torrential rain in Hamilton County

East Side flooding cleanup continues as Cincinnati businesses recover

Flood infrastructure review begins after deadly Cincinnati flooding

I-71 flooding shuts down multiple lanes as heavy rain hits Cincinnati

Flood watch issued as heavy rain threat raises flooding concerns across Cincinnati

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