Special Weather Statement 04/25/2025 18:03 for Ohio areas

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 25 at 9:03PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 25, 2025 - 6:03pm
Expires: 
April 25, 2025 - 6:30pm
Description: 
At 903 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Piqua, moving east at 20 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... Fletcher, Ballou, Piqua, Plattsville, and St. Paris. This includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 80 and 85. 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: 
Shelby; Miami; Champaign
Forcast Office: 
NWS Wilmington OH