Kentucky, Ohio Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/18/2026 13:58

At 457 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Manchester to near Rosemount, moving east 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... Portsmouth, Wheelersburg, New Boston, Manchester, Vanceburg, South Webster, Rosemount, Camp Dix, Tollesboro, Rome, Franklin Furnace, Sciotodale, Clarktown, Blue Creek, Concord, Saint Paul, Sciotoville, Kinniconick, Epworth, and Ribolt. 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.