Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 7:38PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 4:38pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 737 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from 6 miles east of Brookville to near Aurora, moving
northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
Cincinnati, Hamilton, Fairfield, Harrison, Lawrenceburg, Greendale,
Aurora, Bright, Hidden Valley, Ross, Cleves, Dillsboro, Shawnee,
Taylor Creek, Bridgetown, Miami Heights, Dry Ridge, Blue Jay, Dunlap,
and Mack.
This includes the following Interstates...
I-74 in Indiana between mile markers 160 and 171.
I-74 in Ohio between mile markers 0 and 13.
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:
Franklin; Dearborn; Ohio; Boone; Butler; Hamilton
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: