Flood Watch issued August 19 at 7:53PM EDT until August 20 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Indiana, including the following counties, Fayette, Union and Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Auglaize, Champaign, Clark, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hardin, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Preble, Shelby and Union.
* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Repeated rounds of storms, combined with the extremely wet soil conditions will increase the risk for flash flooding into the overnight hours.
Flood Warning issued August 20 at 6:15AM EDT until August 20 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Southeastern Auglaize County in west central Ohio... Southern Logan County in west central Ohio... Central Shelby County in west central Ohio...
* WHEN...Until 1000 AM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 615 AM EDT, emergency management reported flooding in the warned area. Between 3 and 6 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.5 inches are possible. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Sidney, Bellefontaine, Newport, West Liberty, Anna, Fort Loramie, De Graff, Quincy, Port Jefferson, Valley Hi, Zanesfield, Maplewood, Pemberton, Logansville, Mcmorran, Swanders, Pickrelltown, New Jerusalem and Lake Loramie State Park.
Flash Flood Warning issued August 20 at 5:32AM EDT until August 20 at 9:30AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
FFWILN
The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for... Northwestern Union County in central Ohio... Northeastern Auglaize County in west central Ohio... Hardin County in west central Ohio... Northern Logan County in west central Ohio... Northeastern Shelby County in west central Ohio...
* Until 930 AM EDT.
* At 532 AM EDT, radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain falling across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing flash flooding.
SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
* Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Wapakoneta, Kenton, Fort Shawnee, Cridersville, Jackson Center, Russells Point, Botkins, Lakeview, Alger, Waynesfield, Belle Center, West Mansfield, Chippewa Park, Northwood, Roundhead, Mount Victory, Rushsylvania, Mcguffey, Huntsville and Ridgeway.
Today 78° Today 78° slight chance 63° 63° patchy Tomorrow 79° Tomorrow 79° patchy 65° 65°
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Friday, March 7th, 2025
Billy Felver
Billy E. Felver, 78, of Lima, OH (formerly of Wapakoneta and St. Marys) died 5:14 a.m. Tuesday March 4, 2025 at Lima Convalescent Home.
He was born May 16, 1946 in St. Marys, OH to Basil and Reva (Chaney) Felver. On June 3, 1970 he married Carolyn Dunlap, who preceded him in death on August 21, 2021.
Survivors include: son Michael (Diana) Rosell of St. Marys, OH; daughter Lisa (Tony) Vanchure of Troy, OH; daughter Melanie Felver of Lima, OH; daughter Misty Felver of Lima, OH; son Basil (Amber) Felver of Coldwater, OH; grandchildren: Nicholas (Allie), Brandon, Megan (Nick), Ashley, Christopher (Sierra), Courtney (Blaine), Ashlee, Sylvia, Cindy, Hunter, Braxton, Brayden, McKenna; numerous great-grandchildren; sister Peggy (Richard) Fowler of St. Marys, OH; sister Pamela Chilcoat of St. Marys, OH; and sister Sherrie (Bill) Grubb of Huber Heights, OH.
Preceded in death by: parents Basil and Reva Felver; wife Carolyn Dunlap; brother Richard "Butch" Felver; brother Bobby Jo Sanders; sister Mary Margaret Gibson.
He had been employed at the Buckeye Mart in Piqua, OH, St. Marys Cotton Mill and Terry's CB Sales and Service in St. Marys and Cooper Farms in St. Henry, OH. His walk with God began with the Calvary Chapel Independent Baptist Church in Minster, OH; he recently attended the Harvest Baptist Church in Wapakoneta, OH. He was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #370 in Lima and #691 in Wapakoneta, OH.
Faith and family were the cornerstones of his life, and he instilled his strong beliefs into the lives of his children. Friendly and outgoing, he brightened the room wherever he went. His favorite pastimes included dancing, playing BINGO, gambling, fishing, playing cards, karaoke, listening to Southern gospel music and watching classic westerns on television. He absolutely treasured the time spent with his family and close friends.
Rites are scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. Monday March 10, 2025 at Harvest Baptist Church 1301 Navajo Trail in Wapakoneta, OH. Pastor Tony Dirr will officiate the services.
Visitation 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home 1605 Celina Road (Ohio 703 West) in St. Marys, OH.
The family of Billy wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of Lima Convalescent Home for the tremendous care provided.
Condolences may be expressed and memories shared with Billy's family via: www.millerfuneralhomes.net or the Miller Funeral Homes Facebook Page.
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