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Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
Disaster Recovery Centers remain open until further notice. In-person support is available in Franklin and Perry counties if you need help applying for federal assistance or have questions about the process. See locations and hours: bit.ly/4jP8nhj
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Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
10/23/2026
Don't delay - visit a DRC today!
The disaster recovery centers in Perry and Franklin Counties are open to disaster survivors from the seven declared counties. There is no scheduled closing date at this time. See hours of operation: bit.ly/4jP8nhj
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
Slightly above normal temperatures are expected into next week along with dry conditions.
ALT Two graphs; one showing temperatures slightly above normal, and a second showing no precipitation through the week.
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
Slightly above normal temperatures are expected through the week. While there may be a few clouds from time to time, there will be long periods of clear skies.
ALT Two graphs; one showing temperatures slightly above normal, and a second showing no precipitation through the week.
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
A Frost Advisory is in effect for portions of Central Ohio tonight into Thursday morning. Temperatures will fall into the mid 30s to the lower 40s. Frost formation which is likely across portions of Central Ohio will be damaging to any sensitive outdoor vegetation.
ALT A graphic showing temperatures ranging from the mid 30s to the lower 40s overnight.
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🚨 Franklin County Residents: Affected by the August tornadoes or flooding? Help is available! Visit the Disaster Recovery Center today to access recovery resources and support.
Westerville Police: The missing person alert for Candi Sykes, 57, is canceled. She has been found. Thank you to everyone who shared the alert and helped. No further action is needed.
Westerville Police: Endangered missing adult in the Westerville area. Candi Sykes, age 57, left home Tuesday, Oct. 20 and has not returned. She needs medication. Last seen wearing a blue short-sleeve shirt, jeans and purple Nike shoes. If you see her, call
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
Quiescent conditions will persist across the region. Some thin high clouds will be passing across the area. There will be very little difference from day to day in both highs and lows.
ALT Maps showing forecast highs and forecast lows over the region for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
Quiescent conditions will persist across the region. Some thin high clouds will be passing across the area. There will be very little difference from day to day in both highs and lows.
ALT Maps showing forecast highs and forecast lows over the region for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
🚨 Franklin County Residents: Disaster Recovery Help Is Available!
Were you affected by the August tornadoes or flooding? Support is available to help you take the next steps toward recovery. Don’t wait to get the assistance you may need. Visit the Disaster Recovery Center today.
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Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
An extended dry period will continue into next weekend. There may be a few clouds from time to time, but overall skies will be mainly clear. Temperatures will be a bit above normal.
ALT Graphs showing forecast temperature and forecast chance of rain averaged over the area through Saturday.
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🕒 UPDATED HOURS: The Disaster Recovery Center at Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, has new hours of operation. Please check the updated schedule before visiting to ensure you can access the assistance you need.
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
[8:48 PM] We continue to monitor a line of storms moving across Indiana, which will move into our counties over the coming hours. While a weakening trend is expected, cannot rule out isolated strong/severe storms in our far west.
Franklin County Emergency Management retweeted
[1:29 PM] A few strong to severe storms will be possible this evening, mainly from 7PM-11PM, with damaging winds being the primary threat. Stay weather aware this evening!
ALT A map showing a Marginal (level 1 of 5) risk of severe weather for a portion of the NWS Wilmington Ohio area this evening.
