Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 19 at 4:55PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 1:55pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 455 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Sidney to near Bellefontaine, moving east at 25
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, and very heavy
rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Sidney, Bellefontaine, West Liberty, North Lewisburg, De Graff,
Quincy, Port Jefferson, Valley Hi, Zanesfield, Logansville, Rosewood,
Pickrelltown, Middleburg, Plattsville, Maplewood, Springhills, Mingo,
Pemberton, and East Liberty.
This includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 95 and 99.
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:
Shelby; Logan; Champaign
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov