Lawrenceburg Residents Seek Housing Assistance After Devastating Flood
A 75-year-old man, Roger Fritts, and his daughter Rhonda Sutton are seeking housing assistance after their home in Lawrenceburg was devastated by flooding from the Whitewater River. The flood caused extensive damage, destroying belongings and making the home uninhabitable. Fritts,…
Cincinnati, OH, August 20, 2026 —
Roger Fritts, a 75-year-old resident of Lawrenceburg, and his daughter Rhonda Sutton are facing an urgent need for housing assistance following severe flooding that devastated their home. The Whitewater River overflowed, causing extensive damage that rendered their residence uninhabitable.
The floodwaters destroyed numerous belongings and left the property in a state where it cannot be lived in. Fritts, who relies on a walker and experiences health issues, and Sutton, who is on disability, are currently seeking shelter and support.
The pair are presently residing in an emergency shelter. To help secure temporary housing, they have established a GoFundMe page. The extent of the damage and the specific assistance required were not detailed beyond the immediate need for housing.
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