right now, heavy rain hammering parts of northeast ohio. flooding is rising tonight with region. thousands of people are still without power from severe weather earlier this week. let's get to our meteorologist. >> what does it look like right now? >> it's getting better. the storm did pack a strong punch with strong winds. you can see a lot lighter and

thunderstorms currently for us, northern richland county. we have some lightning flashes with this. it's going to be moving into loadi. about an inch per hour. but most totals will be coming to about a half inch to an inch. no extreme flooding. the thunderstorms and heavier showers and thunder activity. stone creek, new philadelphia. southern section of stark county. you are going to see these increases to the north and the east. to the north you have a pocket or two from heavier shower from summit county.

reports. there is a prompt in ashtabula county. i did not see any actual reports of wind damage. we'll make sure to keep you updated and later around the area to watch out for downed powerlines. we have the flash flood watch in the 8:00 tonight. we might drop early. still a rain chance as as well. the conditions will get to wind down as we get to the sunset. that's at the 8:00 hour. let's look at the roadways from sara. have you seen some big ponds and puddling there?

good. we are headed south and here is some rain. at whitley rode in richfield. light rain. the roads look pretty good. everybody out there driving are being pretty smart about that. they have their headlights on. the roads are looking really damage. we have asked police how things are going down there and they have reported no damage and no flooding just yet. that can change in an instant as we have had problems throughout the week. but we are monitoring the

several communities on the west side are still cleaning up from the first round. we spoke with them who have struggled with several power outages. >> residents there dealing with power outages from thursday's storm. there are downed branches on the power line this neighborhood. they took some time to fix the problem. the communities had crews working 16-hour days to fix the problem cleaning up powerlines and in this case, replacing a

>> this heat and humility humidity caused her to purchase a new generator. >> it's an investment into our house. >> she was forced to throw out several items from her refrigerator and freezer because of the outage. in avon lake. >> the power was restored this afternoon but once again they are without power. this you about our storm shield app. it will also let you know about the storm radar if you lose your power. we are uncovering a new video of a viral video showing a police officer slapping a woman in handcuffs.

21-year-old sarah rodriguez is smacked across the face. it happened thursday in cleveland. but cleveland police are not telling us if their officers were involved because multiple agencies were at the scene making the arrest. she is now charged with assault of an officer. a man's body was found by east 14th4thth4 street. a man backed into a building. this is the second time this has happened.

atm was broken into. the rain did not stop cleveland's lgbt community from participating in a parade. the community members orgz organized a new celebration. >> we are glad that it's in place and here it is all excited to be here. >> festivities continued through the afternoon with live music and food trucks. it's back to school and parents are getting some help. >> the cleveland favorite will not be returning to the field this year. and we are on the road keeping an eye on the sky.

>> believe it or not, school is back. hundreds of families gathered at cleveland auditorium for the back to school fair. children received brand new backpacks with school supplies. >> it helps people get the

have money to afford them. so. it helps a lot of people. >> the free event has helped cleveland families for the past 10 years. >> cleveland hispanic communities received backpacks for students as well and dental and medical screenings and students were able to connect with child care and student coming up next, record rainfall leads to historic flooding and thousands of people are trapped in their homes and tonight, there is fear that things could get even worse. what will remain for us in ohio we are still under a flash flood watch. a storm still lingers.

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pounded with rain, there are thousands of poundings of rain. >> the flood water keeps rising. >>reporter: louisiana, under siege, hundreds to rescue. >> we have record levels of flooding along rivers and creeks. floods, we don't know how wide the water is going to get in those areas. >> the governor calling in the national guard to help. emergency preparations are now in the state as people struggle to get out of their homes or vehicles. >> there is an active search and rescue right now. they are trying to coordinate

ground. >> this family carried a baby through flood waters. >> we have an infant and trying to keep the baby dry. >> officials can't get to everyone. in this case, people pulled a man from his vehicle. i told him don't panic. >> people driving into danger is frustrating for law enforcement putting more >> the sign says road closed and it's there for a reason. we know what that means. don't cross it. >> i would have stayed at home. >> wow, proof there that mother nature's storm. >> we have had very heavy rainfall as well and nothing compared to louisiana, but we've

storms. we all know we need to find a different route. let's look at the timeline. the storm made it's way into the area with the storm dumping about a half inch in total. there are dark clouds throughout all the afternoon. even with some breakthrough of sunshine and we are not done with the wet weather. ny stay-at-home which is a good idea. most of it is done. for rain and clouds as well. watch out for the pounding and puddling. remember that hydroplaning is easy and can happen easy for you. keep that in mind and slowdown.

significant different in the area. northern richland and ashland county. we have this moving towards the north and east. now flashes in the top as well with heavy rainfall. many rounds to come. watch out for the rain and shower storms. also watch out for thunderstorms in this area. this is very strong and very heavy when driving on 77. there is even a few moderate pockets. heading towards aurora and picking up in bainbridge and higher rapids. lake county, you have had some real strong winds but no severe weather. throughout here for the next

thunderstorm chances as it continues to diminish. that front will move in here. it will not clear the area until tomorrow. some possibilities for the rain in the forecast tomorrow. a flash flood watch is continuing until 8:00. we believe it is going to end earlier than that. estimate about 12 hours. as much as an inch there north of young's town. >> coming up, you can see a few popping up. waking up sunday morning with morning light rainfall and many of us also finding the chance to dry out. also good news not to expect

that's why model is still indicating about half an inch. 44 for your overnight low t 78 is it. we've been so hot and steamy. tomorrow certainly will feel better for you. we'll talk more about that in your forecast. more rain to come at least for the indians tonight. it looks like it should just be rain. over to you. >> we knew a decision was coming and today it was made. michael brantley will have season ending surgery monday dealing with tendinitis in his biceps. >> meantime, the indians had some fun last night filling eight bases with the angels. davis leads the american league in stolen bases.

1917.99 years ago. they have a five game lead in their division. his blood lines is spectacular. that doesn't get you on the # football team. you have to earn your right to be here. he did his job and might told me, he doesn't want anything handed to him because of his last name. he wants to earn it. >> the name on the back jersey stands out. the matthews familiar tree stands out. he played for the 49ers in the 1950s. both of his sons followed his footsteps, junior, and bruce a lineman for the oilers. and their sons are working in the family business. clay the third is a pro bowl linebacker for the packers.

for falcons. bruce and mike, the center of texas a&m and now has a chance to make a name for himself with the browns. >> growing up i never understood how big a deal it is to have a dad in the hall of fame and i have always found a way to overcome that adversity and coming into the nfl especially being a free agent. at the browns took a chance on me and i'm super blessed. i'm not a quitter. i'm a hard worker. that's how i'm going to attack this thing. >> you are a rookie. keep your mouth shut and from there, do whatever the coach ask you to do and do it with a great attitude

>> the matthews boys loved to play football and love to hunt. >> the biggest buckeye i shot was a 10 point. it's peaceful to be outside and just to be able to, you know, why you are mind is at ease and be thankful for what god has given us all. >> matthews seeing the spot and trying to carry on the family name. >> mike had a chance to catch with his cousin clay before he starts the next season. what's going on with the water and the olympics.

>> now to rio where officials are working to fix an algae problem where they drained a pool in time for tomorrow's synchronized event. some athletes have complained

itch. >> meantime track and field with the men hit the attraction for the semifinals. three of the men are good enough to move on. in the women's, three in the usa team qualify for the next round and the girls with the third medal for the third time.

>> thanks, everybody for watching news channel 5.

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