Tuscarawas County Emergency Management Agency

09/12/2026

A Flood Watch has been issued for Tuscarawas County until 1:00am Sunday.

As we get more rain today, please keep an eye on rivers and creeks, as well as low lying areas.

Remember, do not drive through standing or moving water.

Turn Around. Don't Drown!

09/11/2026

Here is our weekend/upcoming road closures.

I-77 northbound lane closure near Stonecreek:September 8-22, I-77 northbound will be reduced to one lane at mile marker 73 (EXIT 73 for Stonecreek) for bridge maintenance work. Estimated Completion: September 22, 2026

State Route 39 resurfacing east of Sugarcreek: A project to resurface nearly four miles of SR 39, starting on the east side of Sugarcreek near Dutch Valley Drive and continuing east to Pyle Road. The first phase includes pavement repairs, which will require temporary traffic signals to manage traffic. Once the repairs are complete, resurfacing will take place only at night, with flaggers directing traffic. Estimated Completion: September 30, 2026.

U.S. Route 36 bridge repairs: Work is underway to repair the U.S. Route 36 bridge located at the Coshocton County line. U.S. 36 is reduced to one lane in both directions. Estimated Completion: September 14, 2026

West 3 July 13-October 31, the West 3rd Street bridge is closed from Water Street to West Jay Street for a bridge replacement project. Estimated Completion: October 31, 2026.

Have a safe weekend!

Send a message to learn more

09/10/2026

Ladies and Gentlemen, that seems to be it for now.

Our Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been cancelled.

Have a good night's rest, T County!

09/10/2026

Tuscarawas County is now under a Tornado Warning.
Please go to your basement or the innermost room of your home.

This warning expires at 8:45pm.

09/10/2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for Tuscarawas County until 9:00pm.

Please seek shelter to wait out the storm! Stay safe!

09/09/2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for Tuscarawas County until 11:00 this evening.

Keep those eyes and ears open and stay safe, T County!

09/04/2026

Our Flood Watch has been cancelled!

As always, remain aware, but hope this means less stormy weather!

09/04/2026

Here is our weekend construction update. Kudos to Ohio Department of Transportation Eastern Ohio District 11. 250 is nice and smooth and done ahead of schedule! Thank you for all your hard work.

We had to bring back the noodles because the State Route 39 project is near Dutch Valley. Ohio Department of Transportation Eastern Ohio District 11 enjoy your lunches!!!

I-77 northbound lane closure near Stonecreek:September 8-22, I-77 northbound will be reduced to one lane at mile marker 73, at EXIT 73 for Stonecreek, for bridge maintenance work. Estimated Completion: September 22, 2026

State Route 39 resurfacing east of Sugarcreek: A project to resurface nearly four miles of SR 39, starting on the east side of Sugarcreek near Dutch Valley Drive and continuing east to Pyle Road. The first phase includes pavement repairs, which will require temporary traffic signals to manage traffic. Once the repairs are complete, resurfacing will take place only at night, with flaggers directing traffic. Estimated Completion: September 30, 2026.

U.S. Route 36 bridge repairs: Work is underway to repair the U.S. Route 36 bridge located at the Coshocton County line. U.S. 36 is reduced to one lane in both directions. Estimated Completion: September 14, 2026

West 3 July 13-October 31, the West 3rd Street bridge is closed from Water Street to West Jay Street for a bridge replacement project. Estimated Completion: October 31, 2026.

09/04/2026

From our partners at the Tuscarawas County Sheriff's Office

SCAM ALERT:

We’re seeing an increase in scam calls involving individuals impersonating law enforcement officers. The latest version of this scam can be especially concerning: scammers are using partial names of actual deputies from the Sheriff’s Office to make their story sound legitimate. They often claim you missed Jury duty or court for a variety of stories.

The caller may tell you that you have an active arrest warrant and that you need to “take care of it” immediately to avoid being arrested. They may sound professional, provide convincing details, and pressure you to act before you have time to think.

1. STOP.
2. Take a breath.
3. Hang up.
4. Verify.

REMEMBER:
The Sheriff’s Office will NOT call you demanding payment to clear an arrest warrant.

We will not ask you to purchase gift cards, send cryptocurrency, wire money, or provide financial information over the phone to avoid arrest.

If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact the Sheriff’s Office directly using 330.339.2000 — not a number provided by the caller.

Scammers are becoming increasingly creative. They may know your name, use the name of a real deputy, or have other information about you. That does not mean the call is legitimate.

09/04/2026

Good morning, T County.

We are under a Flood Watch until 8:00am Saturday morning. If we get more rain, please be cautious. Flash flooding can occur. Remember, 6 inches of moving water can move a small car!