Evacuations and rescues from flooding overnight in New Lexington
By Jarrod Allen
NEW LEXINGTON, Ohio — Rain described as ‘torrential’ prompted high water rescues in New Lexington early morning.
A mobile home park at the confluence of the Rush and Oxawoosey Creeks took on high water and forced residents from their homes.
“We’ve had multiple water rescues. We are currently on the scene of another water rescue. Approximately 12 to 15 people at the trailer court. The [Perry County Emergency Management Agency] has opened up a shelter at the Coliseum,” said Ty Danison, Battalion Chief of New Lexington Fire Department.
High water also closed several roads and streets around Perry County’s county seat early morning.
