Weather Advisory

ATHENS CO WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT 3PM THU, 3/1/18 TO 2AM FRI, 3/2/18, WINDS 10 TO 20MPH, GUSTS UP TO 50MPH!

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Wind Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Athens County, which is in effect from 3 PM this afternoon Thursday, 3/1/18 until 2 AM Friday, 3/2/18.

  • TIMING – Late this afternoon into tonight.
  • WINDS – West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
  • IMPACTS – Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Trees and limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Wind Advisory means that wind gusts of 46 mph to 57 mph are expected. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

ATHENS CO FLOOD ALERT, Large scale flooding possible across county through Sun, 2/25/18, Be prepared to take action if needed!

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Periods of heavy rain into the weekend will increase the threat for flooding through Sunday in Athens County. Waves of low pressure, along a front over the area, will bring several more rounds of heavy rainfall throughout the weekend ending Sunday afternoon.

Flooding of poor drainage and low-lying areas and roadways, especially along small streams, creeks and the Hocking River, are likely across Athens County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS;

There is a potential for large scale flooding across Athens County based on current forecasts. Athens County residents should monitor forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to act should flooding develop.

Knowing the answers to these questions ahead of time can save your life.

  • Is your home, business or school in a floodplain?
  • Where is water likely to collect on the roadways you most often travel?
  • What is the fastest way to get to higher ground?

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Make sure your cell phone and portable radios are all charged in case you lose power or need to evacuate. Also make sure you have back-up batteries on hand.

If it is likely your home will flood, don’t wait to be ordered to leave; evacuate yourself! Make alternative plans for a place to stay. If you have pets, take them with you or plan to board them at a facility well away from the flooding danger.

ATHENS CO SMALL STREAM FLOOD WARNING, TODAY THU, 2/22/18 UNTIL 1:45PM, STAY OUT OF FLOOD WATERS

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Flood Warning

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for Small Streams in Athens County until 1:45 PM, today, Thursday, 2/22/18.

At 7:49 AM Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated that heavy rain was falling over the area. The heavy rain will cause flooding. Up to 1.50 inches of rain has already fallen.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, country roads, farmland, and other low-lying spots.

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.

ATHENS CO FLOOD WATCH 7PM, THU, 2/22/18 TO 7AM, SUN, 2/25/18, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!

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Flood Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County from 7:00PM, Thursday, 2/22/18 until 7:00AM, Sunday, 2/25/18.

A cold front will stall over the area bringing several rounds of heavy rainfall starting late Wednesday night and into Thursday morning. Waves of significant precipitation will continue to move across the area into Sunday.

Flooding of poor drainage and low lying areas, especially along small streams, creeks and rivers, especially the Ohio and Muskingum rivers, is 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 WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM, SAT, 2/17/18, WATCH FOR CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!

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Winter Weather Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Athens County until 10:00 PM, Saturday, 2/17/18.

  • WHAT – Snow. Additional snow accumulations from one to three inches are expected.
  • WHERE – Portions of southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia.
  • WHEN – Until 10 PM this evening.
  • ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Plan on slippery road conditions. Be prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities and use caution while driving. Additional information can be found at http://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Athens Co LEVEL 2 SNOW EMERGENCY, roads hazardous, travel only if needed, use extreme caution!

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Snow Emergency 2

ATHENS COUNTY LEVEL 2 SNOW EMERGENCY
February 17, 2018, 14:05 hours

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.