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Heavy flooding reported on I-480 near North Olmsted subsides

North Olmsted police officials say that heavy flooding has caused cars to hydroplane and spin out.

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NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio — UPDATE as of 3:09 p.m. on Sunday:

North Olmsted police officials say that ODOT responded and the overflow of water has subsided.

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Heads up!

If you are traveling on I-480 in North Olmsted on Sunday, you will want to be extra cautious.

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The North Olmsted Police Department is warning drivers that there is heavy flooding on I-480 East before the Stearns Road exit. Police say that cars are hydroplaning and spinning out in the area due to the flooding.

There is considerable standing water on 480 eastbound just before Stearns Rd. It’s covering the right lane and half of...
Posted by North Olmsted Police Department on Sunday, January 28, 2024

"Please drive safely and slowly when driving in the area," said North Olmsted police officials.

Additionally, police officials say that ODOT has been made aware of the situation "numerous times."

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