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Crest of 59 Feet Is Seen Tomorrow at Gallipolis
Flood warnings rise as the Ohio River nears crest near Gallipolis with officials predicting a 59 feet high level by Friday unless heavy rains strike. Evacuations began 10:30 a.m. with 10 Maple Shade families moved by the American Legion Disaster Squadron. roads along Routes 7 and 35 blocked and Garfield Ave ferrying traffic as water advances. Red Cross volunteers establish an emergency station at Gallipolis High School while a convoy from Columbus brings a truckload of cats for evacuation needs.
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Middleport
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