Local city enacts flood action plan as river level rises

SIDNEY, Shelby County — A city in Shelby County has activated its flood action plan as the Great Miami River levels rise.

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The City of Sidney initiated its plan at approximately 5 a.m. on Saturday, according to a city spokesperson.

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The Great Miami River level reached 10.5 feet around 5 a.m. and continued to rise to 12.12 feet around 8 a.m.

The city said that approximately 12.1 feet of water would cause minor flooding with minimal property damage.

The city says they expect the river to stay at or slightly increase over 14 feet overnight Saturday.

The spokesperson said Custenborder Field at the east river intake and the homes along Riverside Drive will likely experience flooding.

City staff will continue to monitor the river levels and take necessary precautions, according to the spokesperson.

A standby shelter has been established at Crosspoint Church, if areas need to be evacuated. In the event of an evacuation, the city will send public safety officials door-to-door.

For more information on the city’s action plan, click here.

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