January 6, 2022, 5:20PM, Athens County is under a LEVEL 2 SNOW EMERGENCY: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution.
January 6, 2022, 4:48PM, 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 WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY for Athens County until 8:00AM, Friday, January 7, 2022.
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.
The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for Athens County from Saturday, January 1, 2022, at 12AM until Sunday, January 2, 2022, at 1AM.
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.
The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY for Athens County in effect until 7PM, Saturday, December 11, 2021.
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 Flash Flood Watch for portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, southwest Virginia, and West Virginia, including Athens County, from Tuesday August 31, 2021, at 2:00PM through Wednesday September 1, 2021, at 2:00PM.
Heavy rainfall associated with the remnants of Hurricane Ida will impact the area beginning on Tuesday. Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are expected to occur through Wednesday afternoon, with locally higher amounts of up to 6 inches possible. These amounts could result in flash flooding, especially in areas that receive the most intense rainfall.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS,
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Northern Athens County until 12:30PM, Wednesday, 8/18/2021.
At 6:30 AM, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include Nelsonville, Glouster, Chauncey, Buchtel, Jacksonville, Trimble, Amesville, Burr Oak State Park and The Plains.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Please report Severe Weather to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800-401-9535, when you can do so safely. You may also report severe weather by posting your report to the Charleston West Virginia National Weather Service Facebook Page, or by using the Twitter Hashtag, NWSRLX.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and West Virginia, including Athens County, from 8PM Tuesday, 8/17/2021through 12PM Wednesday, 8/18/2021.
Moisture from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred will interact with an upper-level system to result in rounds of showers and thunderstorms this evening into Wednesday.
Rainfall amounts 1.5 to 2.5 inches are expected to occur this evening into early Wednesday. Locally higher amounts are possible. Flash flooding will be possible, especially where several storms move over the same location.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 11:00PM, FRIDAY, 8/13/2021.
REMEMBER, A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR 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. 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.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Athens County and surrounding areas for Thursday, August 12, 2021, from 12 noon until 8:00PM.
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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9-1-1.
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