MANSFIELD — If you see an ark float by, jump aboard. Monday, May 18, is that kind of day. Even those self-quarantining due to COVID-19 realize it’s been raining all day in north central Ohio. And that’s just going to continue. The National Weather Service office in Cleveland has issued lots of watches and warnings today, […]
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Multiple thunderstorms expected again today
CLEVELAND — The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a severe weather alert for much of north central Ohio. What to expect: Multiple rounds of thunderstorms are likely today, especially this afternoon and early evening. Some thunderstorms may become severe. Damaging wind gusts and damaging hail the size of quarters or slightly bigger are […]
Ohio economy re-opening, but Mother Nature says stay inside tonight
The Ohio economy is re-opening in stages due to COVID-19, but Mother Nature may prefer you stay inside just one more night. Thunderstorms are expected to develop and move across north central this afternoon and evening. Some storms may be severe with damaging winds of more than 50 miles per hour and large hail possible. […]
And now a frost warning in May? C’mon, man ….
MANSFIELD — It won’t be the same as frost on the pumpkins, but maybe a blast of unseasonably cold weather Wednesday night will knock off a few dandelions. The National Weather Service office in Cleveland has issued a frost advisory for all of north central Ohio, beginning Thursday at 1 a.m. and continuing until 9 […]
Strong 45 mph wind gusts and rain expected today
The seemingly longest April in the recorded history of mankind is not going to leave us without one more shot from Mother Nature. The National Weather Service office in Cleveland is predicting strong winds and potentially heavy rains Wednesday and into Thursday morning. Gusty winds of 35 to 45 mph are expected, perhaps stronger during […]
Snow and high winds expected throughout Friday in the region
MANSFIELD — April has proven to be a wild and snowy month in Ohio. Today’s forecast will only add to that erratic reputation. According to the National Weather Service, here’s what to expect: Snow will overspread the area from west to east today (April 17). This snow will mix in or transition to rain this […]
Richland County earns renewal of ‘Storm Ready’ recognition
MANSFIELD — Richland County has been awarded a three-year renewal of its “Storm Ready” recognition from the National Weather Service. Emergency Management Agency Director Rick Evans said the renewal process application detailed the county’s community information; NWS reception equipment; local weather and water monitoring equipment; local warning dissemination; community preparedness and administrative tools/record keeping. Evans […]
60 mph wind gusts expected across north central Ohio on Monday
Last week, north central Ohio experienced snow, hail, rain and bright sun — all in the same day. On Monday, here comes the big wind. It’s truly April in Ohio. The National Weather Service office in Cleveland has issued a high wind watch Monday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The watch area covers all […]
Powerful thunderstorms, damaging winds expected Tuesday afternoon, into Wednesday morning
Some violent spring weather late Tuesday afternoon and into the evening may give us all yet another reason to stay indoors. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for most of northern Ohio, including Richland, Ashland, Knox and Crawford counties. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible today, this evening and overnight. Large […]
Flash flood watch issued for north central Ohio
If rain could wash away coronavirus, north central Ohio would likely be cleansed in the next couple of days. A flash flood watch is in effect for Richland, Ashland, Knox and Crawford counties from Friday at midnight through Saturday morning, according to the National Weather Service office in Cleveland. A warm front is expected to […]
