Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 2:55PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 11:55am
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 12:45pm
Description:
At 255 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mount Gilead, moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch 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...
Fredericktown, Bellville, Chesterville, Waterford, and Shauck.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
north central Ohio.
Area Description:
Richland; Morrow; Knox
Forcast Office:
NWS Cleveland OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov