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Village of Buckeye Lake issues mandatory evacuation order
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Key Points:
- The Village of Buckeye Lake has issued a mandatory evacuation order starting August 20 at 8 p.m. for all properties west of the SR79/SR360 intersection due to the South Fork of the Licking River forecasted to crest at 883.50 feet.
- I-70 near Buckeye Lake is closed in both directions due to flooding, with water levels rising to heights seen only twice in the past decade; the highway is expected to remain closed until at least 5 p.m. Friday.
- Residents along North Bank Road Northeast are helping each other move belongings to higher ground and sharing resources, while some have already experienced property damage such as boats breaking loose.
- The ongoing flooding and road closures are causing frustration among residents, but officials urge patience as safety measures take priority over traffic inconveniences.
- ODOT warns that floodwaters near I-70 will not recede below flood stage until about 11 p.m. Saturday, indicating prolonged disruption and challenges for the affected community.
