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Nonprofits, governments cleaning up Trimble floodplain
Repairing floodplains has benefits both for economic development and ecology, showcased by collaborations in Trimble.
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Photo Gallery: Flooding across Athens County
Heavy rains led to flooding around the county last week.
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What to know about this weekend’s flooding and road closures
The Hocking River is currently forecast to reach peak flood stage at 2 a.m. Monday morning.
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Photo of the Week: Feb. 18, 2025
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, the Hocking River rose out of its banks in Athens, following precipitation over the weekend. According to the National Water Prediction Service, the river crested at 18.62 feet.
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Out of harm’s way: Building to comply with floodplain regulation
Ohio University and the city of Athens planned construction projects with updated flood maps in mind, years before the new maps were released.
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UPDATED 3 p.m.: Roads closed due to high water
The Athens County Engineer’s Office reports a number of county roads are covered by water. As of 3 p.m. Wednesday, closed roads included:
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Neighborliness makes Athens County special
Athens County residents are always ready to help folks in need, whether close to home or far away.
