Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 18 at 2:18AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 11:18pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 11:45pm
Description:
At 218 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Blanchester,
moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and very heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning
is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Washington Court House, Wilmington, Hillsboro, Blanchester, Sabina,
Lynchburg, Leesburg, New Vienna, Morrow, Staunton, Clarksville,
Martinsville, Midland, Highland, Butlerville, Pleasant Plain, Melvin,
Fort Ancient, and East Monroe.
This includes I-71 in Ohio between mile markers 35 and 44.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 500 AM EDT for central, south
central and southwestern Ohio.
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; Warren; Clinton; Highland
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: