Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 4 at 1:46PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 4, 2026 - 10:46am
Expires:
September 4, 2026 - 11:30am
Description:
At 146 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Coldwater,
moving southeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, pea size hail, and frequent
cloud-to-ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation. Lightning can cause serious injury or death.
Locations impacted include...
Coldwater, St. Henry, Fort Recovery, Chickasaw, Burkettsville,
Carthagena, and Maria Stein.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek
shelter under trees when lightning threatens.
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:
Mercer
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov