Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 22 at 4:58PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 22, 2026 - 1:58pm
Expires:
March 22, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 458 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Johnstown,
moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Winds gusts up to 35 mph, nickel size hail, and frequent
cloud-to-ground lightning.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
vegetation. Lightning can cause serious injury or death.
Locations impacted include...
Johnstown, Sunbury, Utica, New Albany, Hartford, St. Louisville,
Center Village, Fredonia, Fallsburg, US Route 62 at State Route 661,
and Purity.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek
shelter under trees when lightning threatens.
Residents in these areas should remain alert. If this storm becomes
stronger, then a warning may be needed.
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:
Delaware; Licking
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: