Ohio Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/04/2026 19:22

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 4 at 10:22PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 4, 2026 - 7:22pm
Expires: 
July 4, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description: 
At 1022 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 7 miles southeast of Winchester, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and very heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible. Locations impacted include... Greenville, Union City, Ansonia, Wayne Lakes, Hollansburg, Palestine, Sharps Crossing, Cosmos, and Sharpeye. 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: 
Darke
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov