Ohio severe thunderstorm warning issued in Athens, Meigs and Vinton
Ohio severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Athens, Meigs and Vinton Counties in Ohio.
Ohio severe thunderstorm warning
The alert was issued at 11:48 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 12:30 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as observed.
Storm Details
A severe thunderstorm was located near Lake Hope State Park, moving southeast at 20 mph
Hazards
60 mph wind gusts
Potential Impact
Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees
Locations Mentioned
Athens, Mcarthur, Albany, Lake Hope State Park, Zaleski, Creola, and Carpenter
Areas Affected
The warning covers Athens, Meigs and Vinton Counties in Ohio.
Safety Information
Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
