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Special Weather Statement, NWS Wilmington, OH

August 6, 2024Champaign County, Darke County, Miami County, Ohio

NWS Wilmington, OH issued this special weather statement at Aug 6, 2024, 7:13 PM EDT for Champaign County, Darke County, Miami County, Ohio. It was in force for 62 min. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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The facts

Issued
Aug 6, 2024, 7:13 PM EDT (23:13 UTC)
Expired
Aug 6, 2024, 8:15 PM EDT
In force
62 min
Issued by
NWS Wilmington, OH
Hail
0.50 in
Wind
50

Counties Champaign County, OH, Darke County, OH, Miami County, OH

The radar

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The nearest sounding before it

Cncnati-Daytn, OH (KILN), launched 12:00Z, 11.2 hours before the alert went out and 76 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Cncnati-Daytn, OH at 12:00Z on 2024-08-06Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 1101 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Cncnati-Daytn, OH at 12:00Z on 2024-08-06The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 11 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
1101 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-80 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
1038 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
28 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
11 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
45 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
-0.1

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What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this special weather statement went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Wilmington, OH wrote its last area forecast discussion before this special weather statement went out at Aug 6, 4:00 PM EDT, 3 hours 13 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Aug 6, 4:00 PM EDT, 3 hours 13 minutes before
AREA FORECAST DISCUSSION
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
400 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

.SYNOPSIS...
A cold front will move south through the area late today into
tonight, with a chance of storms. Slightly cooler and less humid
air will then move into the region for Wednesday and through the
end of the week. Another cold front will likely bring some
additional cooling and drying for the weekend.

&&

.NEAR TERM /UNTIL 6 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING/...
Severe threat: Ongoing convection across northwestern Ohio will
continue to track southward as a cold-pool enhanced frontal
boundary slides southward into west-central and central Ohio
over the next couple of hours. Ahead of the boundary, efficient
heating has resulted in low to mid 90s area wide. Surface
dewpoints have mixed into the upper 60s and lower 70s, yielding
heat indices in the upper 90s to around 100. Between 4 PM and
9PM, this thermodynamic atmosphere, along with modest bulk
shear of 30-40 knots, supports the potential for isolated
damaging wind gusts with any storms that enter west-central Ohio
and central Ohio. The greatest threat remains north of I-70
because storms will arrive there with the better thermodynamic
setup.

As the boundary pushes southward, it may result in an area of
enhanced convergence along the OH/IN border due to the faster
pace of the boundary into central Ohio. The highest PoPs are
favored here, but strong to severe storms will be possible along
the entire boundary. Into the evening, the thermodynamics will
become less optimal and shear values will decrease as the trough
shifts east of the area. Shower and thunderstorm activity slides
south of I-70, with lower PoPs heading toward midnight.

Tonight: Surface low pressure moves through the area overnight
with cooler northeasterly settling in by Wednesday morning.
Temperatures are coolest north of I-70 with low to mid 60s
forecast. Lingering showers continue overnight with only a
slight chance for thunderstorms.

&&

.SHORT TERM /6 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT/...
Northeasterly surface flow dominates the entire area as the
low pressure washes out/merges with the lower pressure
associated with TC Debby over the southeast US. Cloud cover
lingers over the area, primarily north of the Ohio River,
limiting warming during the afternoon. Most locations stay in
the 70s with the Ohio River still rising into the lower to mid
80s. Cloud cover erodes during the afternoon with mostly clear
skies forecast overnight. Overnight temperatures are once again
cooler across eastern Indiana and west-central Ohio with upper
50s possible.

&&

.LONG TERM /THURSDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/...
Precipitation chances on Thursday and Friday will be focused
more on eastern portions of the region and will be dependent on
the exact track of Debby and the interaction with an upper
trough. As the system moves off to the northeast, cooler and
drier air will filter into the region with several days of below
normal temperatures. Towards the end of the long term period
there is some uncertainty with how quickly precipitation chances
will return to the region. Held precipitation chances off until
Tuesday and limited them to the chance category.

&&

.AVIATION /20Z TUESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY/...
Winds have increased this afternoon to around 10 or so knots
from the south or southwest (210-240).

Continue to monitor shower and thunderstorm activity north of
area TAF sites. Maintained mention of VCSH for central Ohio
sites (CMH/LCK) and added a mention for ILN. For DAY, there is
enough confidence that thunderstorm activity developing along
the OH/IN border will gradually work southward this evening
to add mention of thunder later this evening into the early
overnight. Additional changes are possible to these four
locations as trends are monitored this afternoon. Remain
confident that coverage will remain limited to none around
CVG/LUK.

A wind shift is still expected overnight as the front passes
from north to south through area TAF sites. Winds will be around
10 knots.

MVFR ceiling mentions are maintained from the 12Z forecast with
increasing ceilings to perhaps VFR thresholds is some locations
by early afternoon. Still can't rule out some IFR at CMH/LCK,
but confidence remains low with this aspect of the forecast.
Confidence is higher around DAY so a TEMPO period was added for
IFR ceilings from 09 to 13Z.

OUTLOOK...No significant weather expected.

&&

.ILN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
OH...None.
KY...None.
IN...None.

&&

SYNOPSIS...Hatzos
NEAR TERM...McGinnis
SHORT TERM...McGinnis
LONG TERM...
AVIATION...McGinnis
Hazardous weather outlook, Aug 6, 5:05 AM EDT, 14 hours 8 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
505 AM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

INZ050-058-059-OHZ026-034-035-042>046-051>056-060>062-064-065-070915-
Wayne-Fayette-Union-Hardin-Mercer-Auglaize-Darke-Shelby-Logan-
Delaware-Miami-Champaign-Clark-Madison-Franklin-Licking-Preble-
Montgomery-Greene-Pickaway-Fairfield-
505 AM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for east central Indiana, central
Ohio and west central Ohio.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

The combination of heat and humidity will result in heat indicies
in the mid 90s this afternoon.

A few strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible this afternoon
and evening. Damaging winds would be the primary threat.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

INZ066-073-074-OHZ063-070>074-077-080-082-070915-
Franklin-Ripley-Dearborn-Fayette-Butler-Warren-Clinton-Ross-Hocking-
Hamilton-Highland-Pike-
505 AM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast Indiana, central
Ohio, south central Ohio and southwest Ohio.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

The combination of heat and humidity will result in heat indicies
in the upper 90s to around 100 this afternoon.

A few strong to severe thunderstorms will be possible this evening.
Damaging winds would be the primary threat.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

INZ075-080-KYZ089>100-OHZ078-079-081-088-070915-
Ohio-Switzerland-Carroll-Gallatin-Boone-Kenton-Campbell-Owen-Grant-
Pendleton-Bracken-Robertson-Mason-Lewis-Clermont-Brown-Adams-Scioto-
505 AM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southeast Indiana, northeast
Kentucky, northern Kentucky, south central Ohio and southwest Ohio.

.DAY ONE...Today and tonight.

The combination of heat and humidity will result in heat indicies
in the upper 90s to around 100 this afternoon.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Wednesday through Monday.

There is a low probability for widespread hazardous weather.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

HATZOS

In the hours before

Special weather statement, Aug 6, 4:35 PM EDT, 2 hours 38 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
435 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

OHZ026-062130-
Hardin OH-
435 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF NORTHERN HARDIN
COUNTY THROUGH 530 PM EDT...

At 435 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Columbus Grove,
moving east at 40 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph, pea size hail, frequent
         cloud-to-ground lightning, and very heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
         vegetation. Lightning can cause serious injury or death.
         Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Kenton, Ada, Forest, Dunkirk, Alger, Blanchard, Mcguffey, Patterson,
Dola, Grant, and Huntersville.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek
shelter under trees when lightning threatens.

Residents in these areas should remain alert. If this storm becomes
stronger, then a warning may be needed.

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.

&&

LAT...LON 4082 8350 4070 8350 4070 8344 4069 8344
      4069 8342 4062 8342 4071 8388 4082 8388
TIME...MOT...LOC 2035Z 283DEG 37KT 4093 8405

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...45 MPH

KC
Special weather statement, Aug 6, 5:21 PM EDT, 1 hour 52 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
521 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

OHZ026-062215-
Hardin OH-
521 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF HARDIN COUNTY
THROUGH 615 PM EDT...

At 520 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Ada, moving
east at 40 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph, pea size hail, frequent
         cloud-to-ground lightning, and very heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
         vegetation. Lightning can cause serious injury or death.
         Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Kenton, Ada, Forest, Dunkirk, Alger, Blanchard, Mount Victory,
Mcguffey, Patterson, Dola, Grant, Silver Creek, Jumbo, Huntersville,
Pfeiffer, Walton, Hepburn, Mentzer, and State Route 195 at State
Route 235.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek
shelter under trees when lightning threatens.

Residents in these areas should remain alert. If this storm becomes
stronger, then a warning may be needed.

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.

&&

LAT...LON 4080 8350 4070 8350 4070 8344 4069 8344
      4069 8342 4051 8342 4062 8388 4082 8388
      4082 8363
TIME...MOT...LOC 2120Z 289DEG 35KT 4076 8385

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...45 MPH

KC
Special weather statement, Aug 6, 5:53 PM EDT, 1 hour 20 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
553 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

OHZ026-035-044-045-062300-
Logan OH-Auglaize OH-Hardin OH-Union OH-
553 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF NORTHERN LOGAN
COUNTY IN WEST CENTRAL OHIO...NORTHERN UNION COUNTY IN CENTRAL
OHIO...NORTHEASTERN AUGLAIZE AND SOUTHERN HARDIN COUNTIES IN WEST
CENTRAL OHIO THROUGH 700 PM EDT...

At 553 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Waynesfield,
moving east at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, frequent
         cloud-to-ground lightning, and very heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
         vegetation. Lightning can cause serious injury or death.
         Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Richwood, Russells Point, Lakeview, Waynesfield, Belle Center, West
Mansfield, Chippewa Park, Northwood, Roundhead, Mount Victory,
Rushsylvania, Ridgeway, Uniopolis, Silver Creek, Jumbo, Byhalia, St.
Johns, Walton, Pharisburg, and Somersville.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek
shelter under trees when lightning threatens.

Residents in these areas should remain alert. If this storm becomes
stronger, then a warning may be needed.

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.

&&

LAT...LON 4055 8342 4050 8342 4050 8325 4041 8325
      4033 8330 4053 8411 4064 8410 4065 8388
      4067 8388
TIME...MOT...LOC 2153Z 290DEG 22KT 4064 8397

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH

KC
Special weather statement, Aug 6, 6:30 PM EDT, 43 minutes before
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
630 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

OHZ034-035-043>046-062330-
Logan OH-Auglaize OH-Delaware OH-Shelby OH-Union OH-Mercer OH-
630 PM EDT Tue Aug 6 2024

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT PORTIONS OF NORTHERN SHELBY AND
LOGAN COUNTIES IN WEST CENTRAL OHIO...NORTHWESTERN DELAWARE AND
CENTRAL UNION COUNTIES IN CENTRAL OHIO...SOUTHERN AUGLAIZE AND MERCER
COUNTIES IN WEST CENTRAL OHIO THROUGH 730 PM EDT...

At 629 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from 7 miles south of La Rue to near Geneva, moving
southeast at 20 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, frequent
         cloud-to-ground lightning, and very heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
         unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to
         vegetation. Lightning can cause serious injury or death.
         Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include...
Delaware, Marysville, Sidney, Bellefontaine, Celina, Wapakoneta, St.
Marys, Coldwater, New Bremen, Minster, St. Henry, Richwood, West
Liberty, Anna, Fort Loramie, Jackson Center, Fort Recovery, Russells
Point, De Graff, and Botkins.

This includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 94 and 111.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek
shelter under trees when lightning threatens.

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.

&&

LAT...LON 4044 8312 4021 8304 4033 8444 4036 8444
      4037 8480 4065 8480
TIME...MOT...LOC 2229Z 324DEG 17KT 4048 8343 4062 8486

MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH

KC
Special weather statement, Aug 6, 7:13 PM EDT, 0 minutes before
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The office that day

Everything else NWS Wilmington, OH issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Aug 6, 4:35 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILNHardin55 min
Aug 6, 5:21 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILNHardin54 min
Aug 6, 5:53 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILNLogan67 min
Aug 6, 6:30 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILNAuglaize, Logan, Mercer, Shelby, Union60 min
Aug 6, 6:53 PM EDTSevere Thunderstorm WarningILNChampaign, Logan, Shelby, Union52 min
Aug 6, 7:58 PM EDTSpecial Weather StatementILNClark, Montgomery, Preble62 min

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.