Weather Advisory

ATHENS CO TORNADO WATCH UNTIL 10AM, WED, 2/28/24, WATCH FOR RAPIDLY CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!

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THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 10:00AM, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2024.

REMEMBER, A TORNADO WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR TORNADOES AND SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS IN AND CLOSE TO THE WATCH AREA.  PERSONS IN THESE AREAS SHOULD BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR THREATENING WEATHER CONDITIONS AND LISTEN FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO, LOCAL TV, RADIO OR YOUR CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDER FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

Athens Co Flood Watch Wed, 2/28/24, from 3AM until 7PM, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 3:00 AM until 7:00 PM.

WHAT – Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE – Portions of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington and West Virginia, including the following counties, Barbour, Braxton, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson WV, Lewis, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Wirt and Wood.

WHEN – Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 3:00 AM until 7:00 PM.

IMPACTS – Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Athens Co Winter Weather Advisory in effect 7PM, Fri, 2/16/24 until 4AM, Sat, 2/17/24, snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Athens County from 7:00PM, Friday, February 16, 2024, until 4:00AM, Saturday, February 17, 2024.

WHAT – Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts possible.

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

WHEN – From 7:00PM, Friday, February 16, 2024, until 4:00AM, Saturday, February 17, 2024.

IMPACTS – Plan for slippery road conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Slow down and use caution while traveling.

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

Special Weather Statement – Patchy dense fog across portions of SE Ohio Thursday morning 1/25/24 and could impact the morning commute, with visibilities below a half mile possible, use caution if out driving

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Special Weather Statement – Patchy dense fog developed across portions of Southeast Ohio Wednesday 1/24/24 evening. Fog is expected to persist overnight into Thursday 1/25/24 morning and could impact the Thursday morning commute. Visibilities below a half mile are possible at times. Motorists should use caution if out driving and be prepared for sudden changes in visibilities. Do not assume the road ahead is unobstructed. Use low beam headlights and leave plenty of distance between your vehicle and others. Additionally, given the recent snowmelt and rainfall, be alert for high water in the typical low-lying trouble spots.

Athens Co Flood Watch from 7PM, Wed, 1/24/24, until 4AM, Fri, 1/26/24, melting snow and rain may result in flooding

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect from Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM until Friday, January 26, 2024, at 4:00 AM.

WHAT – A combination of melting snow and rain may result in flooding of area creeks and streams. Ice jams on area rivers may also produce flooding.

WHERE – A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Vinton, and Washington.

WHEN – From Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM until Friday, January 26, 2024, at 4:00 AM.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Rainfall will overspread the area Wednesday afternoon and continue into Thursday with 1 to 1.25 inches possible by Friday morning. In combination with melting snow, this will allow for strong rises on creeks and streams, particularly along Symmes Creek, Duck Creek, and the Little Muskingum River.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Water levels around ice jams are notoriously unpredictable and can change quickly with little or no warning. Anyone living or recreating near the river should pay close attention over the next few days and prepare for additional changes in water levels. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Athens Co Winter Weather Advisory Tue, 1/23/24, 1AM until 10AM, freezing rain expected, use caution while traveling

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Athens County in effect Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 1:00 AM until 10:00 AM.

WHAT – Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations of a light glaze.

WHERE – Portions of southeast Ohio.

WHEN – Tuesday, January 23, 2024, 1:00 AM until 10:00 AM.

IMPACTS – Very slippery sidewalks, roads and bridges are possible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Any freezing rain should transition to all rain after 10 AM as temperatures rise above freezing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible power outages.

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

Athens Co Winter Weather Advisory from 7PM, Thu, 1/18/24, until 1AM, Sat, 1/20/24, 1 to 3 inches of snow expected

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The National Weather Service has issued Winter Weather Advisory for Athens County from 7:00 PM, Thursday, 1/18/24, until 1:00 AM, Saturday, 1/20/24.

WHAT – Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.

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

WHEN – From 7:00 PM, Thursday, 1/18/24, until 1:00 AM, Saturday, 1/20/24.

IMPACTS – Plan for slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Slow down and use caution while traveling.

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

Athens Co WIND CHILL ADVISORY from 1AM until 11AM, Wed, 1/17/24, wind chills as low as 15 below zero

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The National Weather Service has issued a WIND CHILL ADVISORY for Athens County from 1:00AM until 11:00AM, Wednesday, 1/17/2024.

WHAT – Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as 15 below zero.

WHERE – Perry, Morgan, Athens, Washington, and Meigs Counties.

WHEN – From 1:00AM until 11:00AM, Wednesday, 1/17/2024.

IMPACTS – The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

Athens Co Wind Advisory from 4PM, 1/12/24, until 8AM 1/13/24, expect SW winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph

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The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Athens County from 4:00PM, January 12, 2024, until 8:00AM, Saturday, January 13, 2024.

WHAT – Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

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

WHEN – From 4:00PM, January 12, 2024, until 8:00AM, Saturday, January 13, 2024.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Athens County Wind Advisory from 7PM, Tue, 1/9/24 until 1PM, Wed, 1/10/24, expect SW winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph

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The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory from 7:00PM, Tuesday, 1/9/2024 until 1:00PM, Wednesday, 1/10/2024.

WHAT – Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

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

WHEN – From 7:00PM, Tuesday, 1/9/2024 until 1:00PM, Wednesday, 1/10/2024.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.