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Flood watch vs. flood warning: Which is more serious?

Flood watch vs. flood warning: Which is more serious?

Like tornadoes, there's a warning system in place for flooding and flash flooding. And it can be just as confusing. Here's the difference.
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Another round of storms expected this Saturday

Another round of storms expected this Saturday

The storms are predicted to hit between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.
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Roads closed throughout central Ohio after flooding. See the list.

Roads closed throughout central Ohio after flooding. See the list.

Roadways can close without notice due to changing conditions. If you see high water, do not attempt to drive through it.
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Grow your own fruit with tips from a free workshop

Grow your own fruit with tips from a free workshop

Learn how to grow 40 types of fruit at a free workshop and twilight tour at Ohio State University.
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Columbus Schools moving forward with first day despite flooding

Columbus Schools moving forward with first day despite flooding

Despite heavy rain and flood warnings across central Ohio on Aug. 20, Columbus City Schools students headed back to class for the first day of school.
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Property taxes a burning issue. Franklin County owners should check values now | Opinion

Property taxes a burning issue. Franklin County owners should check values now | Opinion

Franklin County property owners should not let the easiest opportunity they have to make sure their property's appraised value is right pass them by.
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Wayfair Outlet in Dublin sets opening date, adding new option for discount furniture hunters

Wayfair Outlet in Dublin sets opening date, adding new option for discount furniture hunters

Wayfair Outlet's second central Ohio location will open soon in Dublin, offering furniture and home decor discounts of up to 70%.
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Columbus activates Franklinton floodwall after heavy rain overnight

Columbus activates Franklinton floodwall after heavy rain overnight

A Columbus spokesperson said Aug. 20 crews were activating the Franklinton floodwall and installing floodgates on Greenlawn Avenue and Harmon Avenue
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ODOT to close section of I-70 near Buckeye Lake due to 'historic' flooding

ODOT to close section of I-70 near Buckeye Lake due to 'historic' flooding

All lanes on I-70 east and westbound will be closed in the area of the Buckeye Lake exit due to historic river flooding, according to ODOT.
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How a simple clap helps kids imagine future careers | Column

How a simple clap helps kids imagine future careers | Column

Author Rick Platt explains how a simple clap welcomes kids to a youth summit and sparks interest in STEM careers for the next generation.
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Flood warning issued for central Ohio counties as heavy rain return

Flood warning issued for central Ohio counties as heavy rain return

A flood watch is in effect for Columbus and much of central Ohio through the morning of Aug. 20 as another round of heavy rain is expected.
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Will Ohio see a warmer winter with less snow? What 2026 forecast says

Will Ohio see a warmer winter with less snow? What 2026 forecast says

A new outlook favors a warmer, less snowy Ohio winter. Here's what NOAA says about the strengthening El Niño.