The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Athens County until 10:00 PM, Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

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 extended the Heat Advisory in effect for our region until 8:00PM, Saturday, June 22, 2024.

WHAT…Heat index values up to the lower 100s.

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

WHEN…Extended until 8:00PM, Saturday, June 22, 2024.

IMPACTS…High temperatures and humidity may cause heat illnesses.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Heat stress increases with the number of consecutive hot days. While heat indices may be slightly lower this afternoon, values will rise a bit on Thursday, and a bit further on Friday.

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 when outside. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Athens County and surrounding areas from 11:00AM, Monday, June 17 until 8:00PM, Friday, June 21, 2024.

WHAT…Heat index values up to 103 expected.

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

WHEN…11:00AM, Monday, June 17 until 8:00PM, Friday, June 21, 2024.

IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

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 when outside. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.