Ohio Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/22/2026 16:30

At 730 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Delaware, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Winds gusts up to 35 mph, half inch 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... Columbus, Westerville, Delaware, Gahanna, Worthington, Powell, Johnstown, Sunbury, Utica, Minerva Park, Polaris, Easton, New Albany, Galena, Ostrander, Riverlea, Hartford, Alum Creek State Park, Olive Green, and US Route 62 at State Route 661. This includes I-71 in Ohio between mile markers 115 and 138. 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.