Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 1 at 4:51PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 1, 2026 - 1:51pm
Expires:
April 1, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 451 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Athens, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Athens, Amesville, Stroud Run State Park, Bartlett, and The Plains.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for
southeastern Ohio.
Area Description:
Athens; Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov