Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 6:07PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 3:07pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 607 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Lucasville,
moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation.
Locations impacted include...
Portsmouth, Wheelersburg, New Boston, South Webster, Rosemount,
Clarktown, Lucasville, Sciotodale, Minford, West Portsmouth,
Powellsville, Portsmouth Regional Airport, and Lyra.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
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:
Scioto
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov