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Dearborn Co. Areas to Avoid Due to High Water

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 10:10 AM

By Travis Thayer @eagle993

Motorists are reminded to never drive over flooded roads.

Shutterstock photo.

(Dearborn County, Ind.) - Heavy rain impacted the tri-state area over the weekend, causing high water on area roads.

According to Dearborn County EMA, the Ohio River is currently predicted to crest at 53.4’ later this week.

The flooding has closed or will close some roadways in Dearborn County. Please avoid the following areas:

State Road 56 in Aurora between Judiciary and 4^th.
East Laughery at Shilo Lane (currently closed) - update posted below
Cross Road at Goose Run (currently closed)
Park Avenue
Cole Lane

Motorists are reminded to never drive over flooded roads.

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