October 7, 2024, Press Release from the Office of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine: (COLUMBUS, Ohio)— In anticipation of Florida-bound Hurricane Milton, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has activated a team of more than three dozen members of the Ohio National Guard to support the state of Florida in the storm's aftermath. “As Florida recovers from one hurricane and braces for another, Ohio is answering the call to help Governor DeSantis and the entire state," said Governor DeWine. "Forty members of the 200^th REDHORSE Squadron are proactively heading to Florida in advance of what is expected to be another catastrophic storm."

September 30, 2024, Press Release from the Office of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine: (COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has activated the Ohio National Guard to support the state of North Carolina in its recovery from flooding and damage caused by Hurricane Helene. One CH47 helicopter and six Soldiers from Company B, 3^rd Battalion, 238^th Aviation Regiment are en route to North Carolina to provide air movement of supplies, equipment, and personnel. 

Governor Mike DeWine activated the state disaster relief program for Mercer and 10 other counties to help with the impact of severe storm events from the start of the year. Government and eligible private non-profit organizations in Mercer County will be able to apply for supplemental state assistance for the EF-2 tornadoes on May 7-8th. One tornado by Coldwater reached speeds of 120 miles per hour. The other that started in Montezuma Township hit speeds of 130 miles per hour. No injuries or deaths were reported. 

September 6, 2024, Press Release from the American Red Cross: INDIANA, September 6, 2024 — The American Red Cross Indiana Region is encouraging everyone to take critical actions during National Preparedness Month this September to be ready for worsening disasters. Deadly storms and floods, raging fires and extreme heat are becoming more frequent and intense and families are experiencing the effects. Disasters can happen at any time, often without warning, changing lives forever in just minutes. It’s critical to help protect your loved ones and National Preparedness Month is the ideal time to get your household ready for emergencies.

July 17, 2024, Press Release from the American Red Cross: Findlay, OH, July 18, 2024 - Todd James, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of North Central Ohio is joining the ongoing Red Cross flood relief operation in northwest Iowa. James will be serving as the Assistant Director of External Relations, helping coordinate efforts with local, state and federal partners in assisting families affected by flooding with their ongoing recovery needs.