Kentucky Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/17/2026 13:49

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 4:49PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 17, 2026 - 1:49pm
Expires: 
July 17, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 449 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 9 miles west of Fairview, moving northeast at 15 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... Mount Olivet, Sardis, Blue Licks Battlefield, Abigail, Burika, Alhambra, Mitchells Mill, Kentontown, Piqua, Hittville, and Blue Licks Springs. 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: 
Robertson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH