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2 days ago
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Ohio Task Force 1 returns home after aiding in historic Texas flooding search
DAYTON, Ohio (WJW) — It was a search and recovery mission like no other. Ohio Task Force 1 search team manager David Kelley said, 'The whole nation came together. I was working with people from New York, Nevada, California, Idaho, Illinois, everywhere.' Public memorial set for slain Lorain police officer Phillip Wagner Wednesday in Cleveland After assisting Texas amid historic flooding during the 4th of July holiday, members of Ohio Task Force 1 are now back on Ohio soil. Personnel were deployed as part of FEMA's coordinated urban search and rescue response. Devastating storms and flooding swept through Central Texas, the worst in Kerrville. In Dayton on Monday afternoon, members said it was a mission both physically demanding and emotionally challenging. The first wave of the team left Ohio on July 11, including two human remains detection canines and a search team manager. Unwavering support for slain Lorain Officer Phillip Wagner The second group, consisting of several additional K-9 specialists, joined them on July 18 as flooding intensified. At least 27 campers and staff members from a nearby campsite died in the rapidly increasing waters. Ohio Task Force 1 is one of 28 FEMA urban search and rescue teams nationwide, often called upon during hurricanes, floods and natural disasters. This time, canine handler and their dogs played a critical role in locating victims and bringing closure to grieving families. 11-year-old boy stabbed in Cleveland: police More than 130 people died as a result of the historic flooding that swept across the region. The returning team members, some from Northeast Ohio, will now begin the process of reuniting with their families and debriefing from deployment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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2 days ago
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I-90 West reopens after flooding shut highway down for hours near Lakewood
LAKEWOOD, Ohio (WJW) — Traffic was backed up after flood conditions shut down a portion of Interstate 90 in Lakewood Monday evening. According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, the westbound lanes were blocked on I-90 at McKinley Avenue but have since reopened. Ohio Task Force 1 returns home after aiding in historic Texas flooding search The left two lanes were blocked on I-90 East at Warren Road/Bunds Road but have since reopened. Video taken from ODOT cameras shows cars backed up in the westbound lanes and vehicles driving through ponding spots in the eastbound lanes. Major road work starting soon on I-90 in Rocky River, Lakewood, Cleveland Lakewood Firefighters Local 382 took to social media on Monday, warning drivers about the closures. 'Find an alternative route,' the post said on Facebook. 'Turn around don't drown!' According to the FOX 8 weather team, scattered thunderstorms and rains would be moving through the region this evening. Some of the downpours led to ponding on the roads and flooding. Keep up with weather conditions here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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17-07-2025
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Ohio Task Force 1 helping with search and recovery efforts after Texas floods
CLEVELAND (WJW) – A specialized team from Ohio Task Force 1 has been deployed to assist in search and recovery operations in Central Texas. The deployment, requested by Texas emergency officials, includes three highly trained team members and two canines, specifically skilled in Human Remains Detection (HRD). 'Unfortunately, HRD stands for human remains detection. These dogs are trained to smell specific odors from a body that has passed,' said Chris O'Connor, spokesperson for Ohio Task Force 1. New video of alleged ethnic intimidation incident involving Ohio Congressman Max Miller The team arrived in Texas late Friday and began field operations early Sunday morning, joining a multi-agency effort to locate roughly 100 individuals still unaccounted for. So far, the death toll has risen to at least 134. Severe weather has complicated recovery efforts. Lightning and rising floodwaters have forced temporary pauses in the search. 'They encountered weather issues where inclement weather caused them to pull back,' O'Connor said. 'And on the second day, it happened again.' Shedeur Sanders hosts event supporting residents after apartment explosion Even in the face of these challenges, the team remains focused. 'They look at it as a form of closure for the families and the communities,' O'Connor said. 'That's the pride they take in their job—the ability to do something very, very difficult.' O'Connor added the team is prepared to stay as long as Texas needs them. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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12-07-2025
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Ohio Task Force 1 heading to Texas for search and rescue operation following devastating floods
VANDALIA, Ohio (WJW) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency has activated Ohio Task Force 1 to assist with search-and-rescue operations following catastrophic flash flooding in Texas. Three task force members — a search team manager and two canine search specialists, along with two search dogs — departed from the task force warehouse in Vandalia Friday evening, according to a social media post from the task force. Teen buried alive in beach sand collapse in Italy: reports Ohio Task Force 1 is one of 28 teams part of FEMA's urban search-and-rescue network, according to the task force's Facebook page. Their activation orders came just after noon on Friday, according to the post. Three hours later, the team members were en route. They include: Search Team Manager David Kelley and Canine Search Specialists Melissa Morgan with canine Anni and Rayanne Chamberlain with canine Journey. University Hospitals doctors claim they were fired for trying to unionize; the hospital said it was misconduct Catastrophic flooding on July 4 has killed at least 120 people, reported The Associated Press. More than 170 people also have been reported missing. President Donald Trump was expected to survey the devastation by air on Friday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-02-2025
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Ohio Task Force 1 returning from Kentucky floods search & rescue efforts
Ohio Task Force 1 (OH-TF1) is heading home. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The team received demobilization orders on Thursday to return home as Kentucky transitions from rescue operations to stabilization efforts. They're expected to return to the Vandalia headquarters late Friday morning. TRENDING STORIES: Hallmark star pushed woman, pulled out 'fistfuls' of her hair, deputies say Fire destroys portable classroom behind local Catholic school 'Let's go, let's go;' Scary moments for family, firefighters during Dayton house fire OH-TF1 was activated on Saturday and left on Sunday for Perry County, Kentucky to assist in search and rescue following deadly flooding in the state. The 47-person team spent three days conducting search and rescue missions in Martin and Floyd counties. They used bots and UTVs to access communities cut off by flood waters. The team also worked with search and rescue teams from Indiana and Missouri to assist with evacuations. 'It was a pleasure to serve our Kentucky neighbors along side such dedicated teams,' an OH-TF1 spokesperson said. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
