The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Athens County in effect from 11:00 AM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

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

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

WHEN…From 11:00 AM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

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.

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WARNING for Athens County in effect until 8:15PM, Friday, 3/24/23.

WHAT…Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.

WHERE…A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens and Vinton.

WHEN…Until 8:15PM, Friday, 3/24/23.

IMPACTS…Flooding of small creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…

– At 1022 AM EDT, Several roads are reported closed due to flooding. This includes parts of State Routes 328 and 56 in Vinton County. Portions of State Routes 356, 681, 56 and 681 are reported closed in Athens County.

– Some locations that will experience flooding include… Mcarthur, Albany, Chauncey, Zaleski, Amesville, The Plains, Creola, and Eagle Mills.

– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800-401-9535, when you can do so safely.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County, in effect from 2:00 AM, Friday, March 24, 2023, until 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio and West Virginia, including the following counties, in northeast Kentucky, Boyd, Carter and Greenup. In southeast Ohio, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Vinton and Washington. In West Virginia, Cabell, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Jackson WV, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wirt and Wood.

WHEN…From 2:00 AM, Friday, March 24, 2023, until 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – 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.

3/14/2023, 2:24PM – The snow emergency for Athens County has been canceled.  Please drive carefully some hazardous road conditions may still exist in remote areas of the county.

3/13/2023, 9:00 PM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 1 SNOW EMERGENCY.  Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Athens County until 3:00AM, Saturday, 3/4/23.

WHAT…Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.

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

WHEN…Until 3:00AM, Saturday, 3/4/23.

IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Western Athens County until 745 PM. At 657 PM, a line of severe thunderstorms was located 8 miles west of Rutland, moving east at 60 mph.

HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include… Athens, Wellston, Nelsonville, Gallipolis, Glouster, Mcarthur, Rio Grande, Albany, Rutland, Lake Hope State Park, Gallia, Chauncey, Hamden, Buchtel, Jacksonville, Trimble, Zaleski, Vinton, Wilkesville and Adamsville.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Western Athens County until 530 PM. At 455 PM, a severe thunderstorm was located over Jackson, moving east at 65 mph.

 HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts.

 SOURCE…Radar indicated.

 IMPACT…Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include… Athens, Jackson, Wellston, Nelsonville, Gallipolis, Glouster, Mcarthur, Oak Hill, Rio Grande, Albany, Rutland, Lake Hope State Park, Gallia, Chauncey, Hamden, Buchtel, Jacksonville, Coalton, Trimble and Zaleski.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Athens County from 7:00AM, Friday, 3/3/23, until 7:00AM, Saturday, 3/4/23.

WHAT…South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

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

WHEN…From 7:00AM, Friday, 3/3/23, until 7:00AM, Saturday, 3/4/23.

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.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County from 4:00AM, Friday, 3/3/23, until 1:00AM, Saturday, 3/4/23.

WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky and southeast Ohio, including the following counties, in northeast Kentucky, Boyd, Carter and Greenup. In southeast Ohio, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton, and Washington.

WHEN…From 4:00AM, Friday, 3/3/23, until 1:00AM, Saturday, 3/4/23.

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 prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.