Wilmington, OH – Parts of Ohio could see strong to severe thunderstorms late tonight into early Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington.
The storms are expected to develop along a weather system moving across the region, with the highest risk occurring between 11 PM and 4 AM.
Main Threat
Meteorologists say the primary concern will be strong to damaging wind gusts, which could occur both with thunderstorms and separately from storms as strong winds move through the area.
Possible impacts include:
- Downed tree limbs
- Localized power outages
- Difficult travel conditions overnight
Tornado Risk
Forecasters say a tornado or two cannot be ruled out, especially in areas near and west of the I-75 corridor.
Cities that may see the strongest storms include:
- Cincinnati
- Dayton
- Springfield
- Wilmington
- Richmond, Indiana
Forecast Uncertainty
The National Weather Service says there is some uncertainty about how far east the severe threat will extend, depending on how much instability develops overnight.
However, gusty winds are expected regardless of whether storms become severe.
What Residents Should Do
Because the storms may occur overnight, officials urge residents to prepare ahead of time:
- Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings while sleeping
- Charge phones and devices
- Know where to take shelter if a warning is issued
Forecasters say conditions could change quickly overnight, and residents should stay alert to weather updates through the night.
