Kentucky, Ohio Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/18/2026 14:14

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:14PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 18, 2026 - 2:14pm
Expires: 
July 18, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description: 
At 513 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Rome to Sciotodale, moving southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 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, Vanceburg, Rosemount, Camp Dix, Rome, Franklin Furnace, Sciotodale, Saint Paul, Kinniconick, Charters, Petersville, Rexton, Sandy Springs, Firebrick, and Carrs. 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: 
Lewis; Adams; Scioto
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH