High Wind Warning Issued for West Central and Central Ohio Counties Through Friday Night
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for several Ohio counties, with damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and difficult travel.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, OH, has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of west central and central Ohio. The alert was issued on March 12 at 12:35 PM EDT and remains in effect through Friday evening.
Affected Areas
The following counties in Ohio are included in the warning area:
- Hardin
- Mercer
- Auglaize
- Darke
- Shelby
- Logan
- Union
- Delaware
- Miami
- Champaign
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. If you must drive, use extreme caution, as travel will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
Expected Conditions
Southwest winds of 25 to 35 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph. These damaging winds are likely to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are anticipated across the region.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective starting at 5:00 AM EDT on Friday, March 13. The warning is scheduled to expire at 8:00 PM EDT on Friday, March 13.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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