Kentucky Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/17/2026 17:06

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 8:06PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 17, 2026 - 5:06pm
Expires: 
July 17, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description: 
At 806 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near New Castle, moving northeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Owenton, Monterey, Gratz, Squiresville, Elmer Davis Lake, Wheatley, and New Liberty. 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: 
Owen
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH