ATHENS COUNTY LEVEL 1 SNOW EMERGENCY
January 9, 2019, 18:15 hours
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.
Weather Advisory
ATHENS CO WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FROM 12AM TO11AM, THU, 11/15/18, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR ATHENS COUNTY FROM 12AM TO 11AM, THURSDAY, 11/15/18.
- WHAT – Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations of up to one inch and ice accumulations of up to one tenth of an inch expected.
- WHERE – Portions of southeast Ohio and central and northern West Virginia.
- WHEN – From 12AM to 11AM, Thursday, 11/15/18.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Expect slippery roads and limited visibilities and use caution while driving.
ATHENS CO FLOOD WATCH FROM 8PM, WED, 10/31 TO 8AM, FRI, 11/2, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County from 8PM, Wednesday, 10/31/18 until 8AM, Friday, 11/2/18
An oscillating stationary front could bring 2 to 3 inches of rain over the watch area. Flooding of creeks, streams, low lying and poor drainage areas will be possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.
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 Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 10PM, Tue, 10/2/18, watch for changing weather conditions!
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 10:00PM, TUESDAY, 10/2/2018.
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.
ATHENS CO FLASH FLOOD WATCH UNTIL 5PM, WED, 9/26/18, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER AND STREAM CONDITIONS
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Athens County until 5:00PM, Wednesday, 9/26/2018. Soils across the area are nearly saturated due to previous rainfall. Additional showers and thunderstorms, some with heavy rain, are expected to affect the area through Wednesday afternoon. Flash flooding of creeks, streams and low lying areas will be possible.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS;
A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation. You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
ATHENS CO FLOOD WATCH, 8PM, SAT 9/8/18 TO 8PM, MON 9/10/18, BE PREPARED TO TAKE ACTION IF FLOODING DEVELOPS
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect from 8:00PM, Saturday 9/8/18 until 8:00PM, Monday 9/10/18.
- Rain, heavy at times, moving into the area tonight, and then persisting into Monday. Thunderstorms are also possible.
- Runoff from the heavy rain is likely to flood urban and other poor drainage areas. Streams may come out of their banks, resulting in water over roads and into buildings. In time, there will also be rises on mainstem rivers.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS;
A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.
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 FLASH FLOOD WATCH 12NOON, THU, 7/5/18 TO 1AM FRI, 7/6/18, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Athens County from 12 Noon, Thursday, 7/5/18 until 1:00 AM, Friday, 7/6/18.
- Slow moving thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rainfall rates are likely, and may result in rapid rises of water.
- Diurnal heating, orographic lift, and abundant moisture will combine to produce thunderstorms capable to produce rainfall rates of 1.5 to 2 inches per hour.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
ATHENS CO EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING WED, 7/4/18, 12NOON TO 8PM, KEEP HYDRATED, LIMIT OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES, CHECK ON SENIORS!
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from 12 noon to 8:00 PM Wednesday, 7/4/2018.
- HEAT INDEX VALUES, Up to 106 due to temperatures in the mid 80s, and dewpoints in the lower 70s.
- TIMING, 12 Noon to 8 pm both days, highest values 2 to 7 pm.
- IMPACTS, The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure. Limited visibilities will make travel very difficult.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; 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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
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.
An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures will occur. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely. 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. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
ATHENS CO EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING WED, 7/4/18, 12NOON TO 8PM, KEEP HYDRATED, LIMIT OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES, CHECK ON SENIORS!
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning, which is in effect from 12 noon to 8:00 PM Wednesday, 7/4/2018.
- HEAT INDEX VALUES, Up to 106 due to temperatures in the mid 80s, and dewpoints in the lower 70s.
- TIMING, 12 Noon to 8 pm both days, highest values 2 to 7 pm.
- IMPACTS, The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure. Limited visibilities will make travel very difficult.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; 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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
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.
An Excessive Heat Warning means that a prolonged period of dangerously hot temperatures will occur. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a dangerous situation in which heat illnesses are likely. 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. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
ATHENS CO HEAT ADVISORY TUE, 7/3/18, 12NOON TO 8PM, TUESDAY, KEEP HYDRATED, LIMIT OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES, CHECK ON SENIORS!
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A HEAT ADVISORY FOR ATHENS COUNTY FROM 12 NOON TO 8:00 PM, TUESDAY, 7/3/2018
- HEAT INDEX VALUES, Around 100 this afternoon due to temperatures in the mid 90s, and dewpoints around 70. Up to 105 due to temperatures in the mid 90s, and dewpoints in the lower 70s Wednesday afternoon.
- TIMING, Noon to 8 pm both days, highest values 2 to 7 pm.
- IMPACTS, The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Heat Advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are possible. 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, 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 light weight and loose fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water.
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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