Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 9:30AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 6:30am
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
At 930 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Claryville,
moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, penny size hail, and very heavy
rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Cincinnati, Covington, Independence, Erlanger, Fort Thomas, Newport,
Edgewood, Alexandria, Elsmere, Fort Mitchell, Villa Hills, Highland
Heights, Taylor Mill, Fort Wright, Georgetown, Southgate, Crescent
Springs, Crestview Hills, Park Hills, and Lakeside Park.
This includes I-75 in Kentucky between mile markers 184 and 189.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at
weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can
do so safely.
Area Description:
Kenton; Campbell; Pendleton; Bracken; Hamilton; Clermont; Brown
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov