Weather Advisory

Athens Co Wind Advisory until 7AM, Sat, 4/13/24, winds 10 to 20 mph, Secure outdoor objects

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The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Athens County until 7:00AM, Saturday, April 13, 2024.

WHAT…West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 to 45 mph.

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

WHEN…Until 7:00AM, Saturday, April 13, 2024.

IMPACTS…Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Be careful to avoid areas where tree damage occurred from recent storms as they will be more susceptible to falling.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

Athens Co TORNADO WATCH until 9PM, Thu, 4/11/24, watch for rapidly changing weather conditions

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THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 9:00PM, THURSDAY, 4/11/24.

REMEMBER, A TORNADO WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR TORNADOES AND 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.

STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO, LOCAL TV, RADIO OR YOUR CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDER FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

Athens Co Flood Watch from 2PM, Thu, 4/11/24 until 2AM, Fri, 4/12/24, watch for rapidly changing weather conditions

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County from 2:00PM, Thursday, 4/11/24 until 2:00AM, Friday.

WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of southeast Ohio, and West Virginia.

WHEN…From 2:00PM, Thursday, 4/11/24 until 2:00AM, Friday.

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 alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

ATHENS CO TORNADO WATCH UNTIL 2AM, WED, 4/3/24, WATCHFOR RAPIDLY CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!

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THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 2:00AM, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024.

THUNDERSTORMS WIL MOVE EASTWARD INTO THE REGION OVER THE NEXT FEW HOURS AS A COLD FRONTAPPROACHES. THE STRONGEST STORMS WILL HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO PRODUCE DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAIL AND TORNADOES. STAY WEATHER AWARE INTO THE EVENING!

REMEMBER, A TORNADO WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR TORNADOES AND 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.

STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO, LOCAL TV, RADIO OR YOUR CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDER FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

Athens Co Flood Watch from 2AM, Mon, 4/1/24, until 10PM, Tue, 4/2/24, watch for rapidly changing weather conditions

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect from Monday, April 1, 2024, at 2:00 AM until Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10:00 PM.

WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and West Virginia.

WHEN…From Monday, April 1, 2024, at 2:00 AM until Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10:00 PM.

IMPACTS…Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. The prolonged heavy rain could also cause river flooding.

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.

ATHENS CO TORNADO WATCH UNTIL 10AM, WED, 2/28/24, WATCH FOR RAPIDLY CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!

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THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 10:00AM, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2024.

REMEMBER, A TORNADO WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR TORNADOES AND 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.

STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO, LOCAL TV, RADIO OR YOUR CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDER FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

Athens Co Flood Watch Wed, 2/28/24, from 3AM until 7PM, Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 3:00 AM until 7:00 PM.

WHAT – Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE – Portions of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington and West Virginia, including the following counties, Barbour, Braxton, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Harrison, Jackson WV, Lewis, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Taylor, Tyler, Upshur, Wirt and Wood.

WHEN – Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 3:00 AM until 7:00 PM.

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 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 7PM, Fri, 2/16/24 until 4AM, Sat, 2/17/24, snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Athens County from 7:00PM, Friday, February 16, 2024, until 4:00AM, Saturday, February 17, 2024.

WHAT – Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches with locally higher amounts possible.

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

WHEN – From 7:00PM, Friday, February 16, 2024, until 4:00AM, Saturday, February 17, 2024.

IMPACTS – Plan for slippery road conditions.

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.

Special Weather Statement – Patchy dense fog across portions of SE Ohio Thursday morning 1/25/24 and could impact the morning commute, with visibilities below a half mile possible, use caution if out driving

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Special Weather Statement – Patchy dense fog developed across portions of Southeast Ohio Wednesday 1/24/24 evening. Fog is expected to persist overnight into Thursday 1/25/24 morning and could impact the Thursday morning commute. Visibilities below a half mile are possible at times. Motorists should use caution if out driving and be prepared for sudden changes in visibilities. Do not assume the road ahead is unobstructed. Use low beam headlights and leave plenty of distance between your vehicle and others. Additionally, given the recent snowmelt and rainfall, be alert for high water in the typical low-lying trouble spots.

Athens Co Flood Watch from 7PM, Wed, 1/24/24, until 4AM, Fri, 1/26/24, melting snow and rain may result in flooding

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The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect from Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM until Friday, January 26, 2024, at 4:00 AM.

WHAT – A combination of melting snow and rain may result in flooding of area creeks and streams. Ice jams on area rivers may also produce flooding.

WHERE – A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Vinton, and Washington.

WHEN – From Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 7:00 PM until Friday, January 26, 2024, at 4:00 AM.

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

ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Rainfall will overspread the area Wednesday afternoon and continue into Thursday with 1 to 1.25 inches possible by Friday morning. In combination with melting snow, this will allow for strong rises on creeks and streams, particularly along Symmes Creek, Duck Creek, and the Little Muskingum River.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS – Water levels around ice jams are notoriously unpredictable and can change quickly with little or no warning. Anyone living or recreating near the river should pay close attention over the next few days and prepare for additional changes in water levels. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood