Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 4:04PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 4, 2026 - 1:04pm
Expires:
July 4, 2026 - 1:30pm
Description:
At 403 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Delaware,
moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea 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...
Delaware, Marysville, Powell, Sunbury, Ashley, New California,
Radnor, Milford Center, Shawnee Hills, Galena, Ostrander, Magnetic
Springs, Alum Creek State Park, Delaware State Park, Olive Green,
Warrensburg, Kilbourne, and Columbus Zoo.
This includes I-71 in Ohio between mile markers 123 and 138.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
central Ohio.
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:
Union; Delaware
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov