As of 2 p..m.:
The National Weather Service has the first round of storms starting between 3p-6p for Wood County. NWS has stated that their confidence in the severity of the second round of storms is “medium” due to the fact that the first round could stabilize the atmosphere to our benefit. There may be bouts of heavy, “efficient” rainfall where it is short lived but in significant amounts (estimated up to 1.5 in in total in some parts of the county).
From earlier today
The Wood County Emergency Management Agency has issued the following advisory:
The threat of severe weather remains in the “Enhanced” risk (Level 3 of 5) for all of northern Ohio today (7-26).
It is expected for storms to begin forming around 1-4 p.m. with 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. the anticipated timeframe for the strongest thunderstorms.
Expected wind speeds have increased to 70mph and large (golf ball sized) hail is an increasing concern. Wood County is also under a “Marginal” risk for excessive rainfall which could bring torrential rainfall at times and is estimated to total about an inch.
If possible, we recommend not being outside and/or driving during these storms unless necessary. If you will be exposed to the elements out of necessity,have a plan for action should the conditions become threatening or deteriorate.
We are encouraging everyone to take the following steps to make sure you are prepared:
- Have multiple ways to get emergency notifications: Register for CodeRED Wood County’s Mass Notification System, purchase or turn on your NOAA Weather Radio, download your preferred phone apps, and tune in to local media.
- The link to sign up for CodeRED: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/en-US/BFAB7B074BCD
- Have flashlights (with working batteries) accessible in your sleeping areas should the power go out.
- Have a location pre-determined where you can seek shelter should the need arise.
- Secure any loose outdoor items or bring them indoors prior to.
As always, with the potential for high winds, tree damage as well as utility disruption can be expected and should be prepared for.
