# Ohio Governor Declares Flood Emergency

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency in 19 counties affected by severe flooding to enable rapid mobilization of state resources for recovery and cleanup. Key state agencies including the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), Ohio State Highway Patrol, and Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA) are coordinating with local authorities to support response operations. This declaration facilitates expedited procurement and deployment of services, equipment, and materials necessary for infrastructure repair and public safety.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should anticipate increased demand for emergency response services, debris removal, infrastructure repair contracts, and logistics support in affected Ohio counties.
- State agencies like ODOT and Ohio EMA will likely issue solicitations for construction, transportation, and emergency management services to address flood damage.
- Contractors with capabilities in disaster recovery, road repair, and emergency logistics should evaluate opportunities to support state and local government efforts.
- This emergency declaration may enable streamlined contracting processes and potential use of emergency procurement authorities to accelerate acquisition timelines.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Emergency Response, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- State of Ohio
- Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)
- Ohio State Highway Patrol
- Ohio Emergency Management Agency (Ohio EMA)

### Key Quotes
> We've seen significant flooding and damage across several Ohio counties. The state is working closely with local officials to provide the resources needed to help communities respond and recover.
> — Mike DeWine, Governor

### Sources
- [Governor DeWine Declares State of Emergency in Several Ohio Counties | Governor Mike DeWine](https://governor.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/governor/media/news-and-media/governor-dewine-declares-state-of-emergency-for-several-ohio-counties) - OH