Wilmington, OH – Strong and potentially damaging winds are expected to impact much of Ohio beginning Sunday afternoon and continuing through Monday, prompting warnings for drivers, homeowners, and anyone with unsecured outdoor items.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, winds will steadily increase Sunday as a powerful cold front approaches the region. By Sunday afternoon, widespread wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph are expected across western and central Ohio.
Conditions are expected to worsen Sunday evening as the cold front moves through. Between 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. Sunday, forecasters say isolated stronger gusts may develop, with the potential for localized damage, especially in open and elevated areas.
The most significant wind threat arrives late Sunday night through Monday, when gusts could intensify to 40 to 50 mph, particularly along and north of the I-70 corridor, including areas near Dayton, Columbus, and surrounding communities. These winds may be strong enough to knock down tree limbs, blow around unsecured objects, and cause sporadic power outages.
High-profile vehicles such as trucks, vans, and RVs may experience hazardous driving conditions, especially on east-west roadways. Drivers are urged to use caution and keep both hands on the wheel during peak wind periods.
The National Weather Service is advising residents to secure outdoor furniture, trash bins, holiday decorations, and other loose items ahead of the strongest winds. Power crews may also be on standby in case outages develop.
Wind conditions are expected to gradually ease late Monday into Tuesday, though breezy conditions may linger.
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