Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 2:33PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
At 233 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of Lucasville, moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph, frequent cloud-to-ground lightning, and very heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Lightning can cause serious injury or death. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Portsmouth, Wheelersburg, New Boston, Vanceburg, South Webster, Head of Grassy, Rosemount, Clarktown, Camp Dix, Lucasville, Sciotodale, Otway, Wakefield, Saint Paul, Minford, Kinniconick, Friendship, Mcdermott, Petersville, and Stricklett.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek shelter under trees when lightning threatens.
To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.

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