Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 5:34PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 2:34pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 533 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Fountain City,
moving northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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...
Greenville, Versailles, Arcanum, Bradford, Union City, New Paris,
Ansonia, New Madison, Webster, Wayne Lakes, Gettysburg, Eldorado,
West Manchester, Hollansburg, Palestine, Castine, Union Corners,
Darke County Airport, State Route 47 at US Route 127, and Sharps
Crossing.
This includes I-70 in Ohio between mile markers 1 and 6.
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:
Darke; Preble
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: