Jun 27, 1998
Another in a series of thunderstorms passing over the county on the evening of the 27th produced widespread flash flooding. Several towns in the county, including Fraszeysburg, Dresden, Chandlersville and Gaysport reported extensive damage. Some portions of towns, especially Fraszeysburg and Chandlersville, were under water. Many roads across the county were closed due to the high water, with some remaining closed well into July. Numerous evacuations were required across the county. A preli
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5668590). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Muskingum County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.