Weather Advisory

Athens Co Flood Watch 12PM, Thu, 7/9/2026, until 8AM, Sun, 7/12/2026, excessive rainfall may cause flooding

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect from 12:00 PM, Thursday, July 9, 2026, until 8:00 AM, Sunday, July 12, 2026.

WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and West Virginia.

WHEN… From 12:00 PM, Thursday, July 9, 2026, until 8:00 AM, Sunday, July 12, 2026

IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected today through Saturday night across the region. Locally heavy rainfall is expected at times, with the potential for instances of flash flooding given recent rainfall, especially in locations that have compromised soils. Flooding potential will be greatest on Friday and Saturday when showers and thunderstorms will be numerous. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Athens Co EXTREME HEAT WARNING from 11AM, Tue, 6/30/2026, until 10PM, Fri, 7/3/2026, Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 expected

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The National Weather Service has issued an EXTREME HEAT WARNING for Athens County in effect from 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, until 10:00 PM, Friday, July 3, 2026.

WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 expected.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia.

WHEN…From 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, until 10:00 PM, Friday, July 3, 2026.

IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…An extended period of hot and humid conditions are expected, peaking on Thursday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

DO NOT leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Athens Co HEAT ADVISORY in effect 11AM, Tue, 6/30/2026, until 10PM, Fri, 7/3/2026, hot afternoon temperatures and high humidity, risk of heat illnesses

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The National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY for Athens County in effect from 11:00AM, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, until 10:00PM, Friday, July 3, 2026.

WHAT…Heat index values from 100 to 106 degrees each afternoon from Tuesday through Friday.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern, and western West Virginia.

WHEN…From 11:00AM, Tuesday, June 30, 2026, until 10:00PM, Friday, July 3, 2026.

IMPACTS…Hot afternoon temperatures and high humidity raise the risk for heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Act when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Athens Co Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9PM, Sun, 6/14/2026, lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for possible warnings

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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Athens County in effect until 9:00PM, Sunday, June 14, 2026.

Remember, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for Severe Thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings. Severe Thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce Tornadoes.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, local TV, radio or your cable television provider for later statements and possible warnings.

Athens Co Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect Wed, 5/27/2026, until 9PM, be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions

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The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Athens County in effect Wednesday, May 27, 2026, until 9:00 PM.

Remember, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for Severe Thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings. Severe Thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce Tornadoes.

A flood watch remains in effect for Athens County until 2:00AM, Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, local TV, radio or your cable television provider for later statements and possible warnings.

Athens Co Flood Watch from 8:00 AM, Fri, 5/22/2026, until 8:00 AM, Sat, 5/23/2026, Flash flooding possible caused by excessive rainfall

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The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for Athens and surrounding counties from 8:00AM, Friday, May 22, 2026, until 8:00AM, Saturday, May 23, 2026.

WHAT – Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE – Athens and surrounding counties.

WHEN – From 8:00AM, Friday, May 22, 2026, until 8:00AM, Saturday, May 23, 2026.

IMPACTS – Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may also occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Rain will overspread the region this morning and persist through much of tonight. Rainfall totals of one to two inches are expected across the area, with locally higher amounts possible in locations impacted by thunderstorms. Areas that received locally heavy rain over the past couple of days will be most vulnerable to flooding.
 – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Athens Co SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH until 8PM, Wed, 4/1/2026, watch for rapidly changing weather conditions, and seek shelter if needed

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The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH for Athens County in effect until 8:00 PM, Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Remember, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for Severe Thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings. Severe Thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce Tornadoes.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, local TV, radio or your cable television provider for later statements and possible warnings.

Athens Co THUNDERSTORM WATCH until midnight, Sun, 3/23/2026, watch for rapidly changing weather conditions

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The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH for Athens county until midnight Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Remember, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for Severe Thunderstorms in and close to the watch area. People in these areas should be on the lookout for threatening weather conditions and listen for later statements and possible warnings. Severe Thunderstorms can and occasionally do produce Tornadoes.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio, local TV, radio or your cable television provider for later statements and possible warnings.

Athens Co WIND ADVISORY, Mon, 3/16/2026, from midnight until 11AM, South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected

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The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for Athens County in effect for Monday, March 16, 2026, from midnight until 11:00 AM.

WHAT…South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern, and western West Virginia. Including Athens County.

WHEN… Monday, March 16, 2026, from midnight until 11:00 AM.

IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down, and scattered power outages may result.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The strongest winds are expected just ahead of, coincident with, and just behind the cold front.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Athens Co WIND ADVISORY, Fri, 3/13/2026, 8AM until 8PM, SW winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected

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The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for Athens County in effect Friday, March 13, 2026, from 8:00AM until 8:00PM.

WHAT…Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northeast, northern, southeast, southern, and western West Virginia. This includes Athens County.

WHEN… Friday, March 13, 2026, from 8:00AM until 8:00PM.

IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.