Special Weather Statement 07/03/2024 15:20 for Ohio areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 3 at 6:20PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 3, 2024 - 3:20pm
Expires: 
July 3, 2024 - 4:00pm
Description: 
At 619 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Sabina, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph, frequent cloud-to-ground lightning, and very heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Lightning can cause serious injury or death. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible. Locations impacted include... Washington Court House, Greenfield, Sabina, Leesburg, New Vienna, New Holland, Staunton, Good Hope, Highland, Melvin, East Monroe, New Antioch, Jasper Mills, Lees Creek, Reesville, Rock Mills, New Martinsburg, and Plano. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building. Motorists should slow down and use extra caution. 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: 
Fayette; Clinton; Highland
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH