Severe weather with the possibility of flooding is forecast for Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties starting this afternoon and extending through Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service. A flood watch is also in effect through Wednesday morning.
“Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected through Tuesday night,” according to the service. “Locally heavy rainfall can be expected with the potential for storms to repeatedly track over the same locations. This will result in the potential for flash flooding.”
A very active pattern coming up!! ⛈☔🌊⚡
Unfortunately, there is high uncertainty regarding timing of storms over the coming days, so we recommend checking radar before you head out and check frequently for forecast updates. pic.twitter.com/0CaApEzBoc — NWS Wilmington OH (@NWSILN) August 10, 2026
People around rivers, creeks, streams and other flood-prone areas should monitor weather conditions and be prepared to act if flooding occurs. It’s advised that people have multiple means of getting weather updates. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads.
Each county has its own emergency notification system, which residents can learn about at the links below. All systems are free.
- Boone County emergency notifications
- Kenton County emergency notifications
- Campbell County emergency notifications (scroll to section labeled “Smart911.”)
You can view the precipitation radar below or at the National Weather Service’s dedicated radar page. Stay up to date with announcements and warnings at weather.gov or at the National Weather Service’s X page.
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