Ohio Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/17/2026 14:19

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:19PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 17, 2026 - 2:19pm
Expires: 
July 17, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description: 
At 519 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Waynesfield, moving northeast at 10 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... Alger, Waynesfield, Roundhead, Mcguffey, Silver Creek, Jumbo, New Hampshire, Walton, and State Route 195 at State Route 235. 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.
Area Description: 
Hardin; Auglaize
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH