COLUMBUS, Ohio — Amid continuous heavy rainfall, the Columbus Department of Public Service announced that they are activating the Franklinton floodwall and installing floodgates on Greenlawn and Harmon avenues.
They are asking motorists to avoid the area.
In a traffic alert, the city says Greenlawn Avenue is closed from Front Street to Harmon Avenue. I-71 ramps headed to Greenlawn are also closed in addition to Harmon Avenue north of Frank Road.
“Closures are expected to last through at least Sunday afternoon,” the alert reads.
In a press conference Friday, Gov. Mike DeWine and other state officials discussed preparations amid the potential for continued rainfall, severe thunderstorms and flooding. As the ground had become saturated, DeWine said they have concerns about flooding.
