Flood Watch issued September 20 at 1:07PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ripley, Union and Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren.
* WHEN...From 7 PM EDT this evening through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain will impact the area overnight. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected with locally higher amounts. The heavy rain combined with saturated ground will lead to potential flash flooding.
Flood Warning issued September 20 at 1:05PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
...Forecast flooding changed to Minor severity and increased in duration for the following rivers...
St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHEN...Until Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, State Route 117 near Route 118 north of Rockford is water-covered and closed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:40 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 13.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
Today 80° Today 80° chance 61° 61° likely Tomorrow 66° Tomorrow 66° chance 58° 58° slight chance
Thursday, August 18th, 2016
Jacob Rodriguez
Jacob I. "Jack" Rodriguez, age 62, of Celina, passed away Tuesday August 16, 2016, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima.
He was born August 11, 1954 in Celina. His Parents: Simon & Juanita Zamora Rodriguez, both preceded him in death.
He is survived by his former wife, Teresa Bonifas of Celina, and her family; his Children: Alysia (Scott) Voisin of Celina, Madison Rodriguez (fiancé Don Couthren) of Elgin, TX and Rodney (Ashley) Morgan of Indianapolis; and Grandchildren: Trinity & Hallie Voisin, Emmit McCarty, Jayana Rios, Denzel Couthren, Lilly Wehrkamp and Matthew, Daniel, Cloey, & Myah Morgan. Also surviving are Brothers & Sisters: Tolentino (Ignacia) Rodriguez, Simon Rodriguez Jr. and Vanessa (Albert) Wallace, all of Celina, John (Mae) Rodriguez of Kansas, Robert Rodriguez and Victoria Reyes, both of Fort Worth, TX, Lola (Robert) Garza of Hicksville, Sandra (Greg) McGuire and Robin Rodriguez of Lima, Clarisa (Michael) Pannell of Gahanna, Chris (Mary) Rodriguez of Newport, Kenneth (Jamie) Rodriguez of Lancaster, Cecelia (Fred) Amezquita of Lakeland, FL and Linda (Edward) Garland of Osgood; a Sister-in-law: Helen Rodriguez of Celina and several Godchildren.
He was preceded in death by a Son, Mario Rodriguez, a Brother, Ernie Rodriguez and a Sister-in-law, Mary Rodriguez.
A graduate of Celina High School, Jack was retired, having worked as a welder at Huffy Bicycles and Crown Equipment. He was also known around the area for his karaoke as "Daddy Jack".
He was a member of V.F.W. Post #5713, Moose Lodge #1473 and Eagles Aerie #1291 in Celina.
He enjoyed woodworking, camping, and spending time with his family. Jack's Grandkids were his life, and his greatest joy. He was known as "Papaw" to everyone.
Calling Hours will be held at W.H. Dick & Sons-Hellwarth Funeral Home in Celina, on Saturday August 20, from 12 Noon to 4:00 P.M., followed by the Funeral Service beginning at 4:00. Pastor Randy Christian will officiate.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Condolences may be expressed at dickandsonshellwarthfh.com.
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