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
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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
Natalie Siegrist
Natalie Renee Siegrist, 16, of Fort Recovery, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born in Coldwater, Ohio, on August 2, 2008, to Todd and Julie (Grisez) Siegrist.
In addition to her father and mother, Natalie is survived by her older brothers, Caleb and Austin, and her younger sister, Ali; her maternal grandparents, Louie and Ruth (Siefring) Grisez of New Weston; her aunts and uncles, Mel Siegrist of Port Richey, Florida, Missy Brown of Celina, Tony and Jessy Grisez of Fort Recovery, Russ and Ann Grisez of North Star, Dave Grisez of Fort Recovery, Rich and Julie Grisez of Fort Recovery, and Lisa and Kyle Dues of Fort Recovery.
Natalie was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Melvin and Barb (Bishop) Siegrist.
Natalie was a vibrant spirit who touched the hearts of everyone she met and was entering her junior year at Fort Recovery High School. Known for her infectious laughter and spirited personality, she brought joy and energy to every moment, especially as an avid cheerleader.
Born with a love for the great outdoors, Natalie cherished the time spent hunting with her dad and siblings, embodying a true appreciation for nature and the beauty that surrounded her. Her friendships were equally important to her, as she embraced her teenage years with the same enthusiasm and joy that defined her character.
Natalie's fun-loving and sassy demeanor, coupled with her passion for life, endeared her to her peers and family alike.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, July 25, 2025, at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Fort Recovery. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Guests may visit with Natalie's family on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Brockman Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery. There will be no public visitation on Friday prior to the Mass.
In honor of Natalie, memorial contributions may be given to Natalie Siegrist Memorial Fund through the Fort Recovery Community Foundation. Please make any contributions payable to the foundation with Natalie's name in the memo.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.brockmanboeckmanfh.com.
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