Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 3:34PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 12:34pm
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 334 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Hocking Hills
State Park, moving southeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and frequent cloud-to-ground
lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Lightning can cause serious injury or
death.
Locations impacted include...
Hocking Hills State Park, Starr, Ilesboro, South Bloomingville,
Gibisonville, and Buena Vista in Hocking County.
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:
Hocking
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov