Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 16 at 9:20AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 6:20am
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 6:45am
Description:
At 920 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 9 miles southwest of
Owenton, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation.
Locations impacted include...
Williamstown, Dry Ridge, Owenton, Corinth, Monterey, Gratz,
Stewartsville, Elk Lake, Beechwood, Cherry Grove, Long Ridge, Natlee,
New Liberty, Twin Bridges, Squiresville, Keefer, Camp Northward,
Needmore, New Columbus, and Holbrook.
This includes I-75 in Kentucky between mile markers 144 and 158.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
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:
Owen; Grant
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov