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When Drier Weather Will Allow River Levels To Drop

April 17, 2026

Flood alerts continue into the weekend as rivers, creeks and streams are running high across the Great Lakes region. A strong cold front will bring more heavy rain and the potential for severe storms Friday and Saturday. Saturday’s severe threat shifts east to include places like Columbus, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Erie. Damaging winds and large hail will be the main threats. Watch this video for the latest update.