Special Weather Statement

At 1156 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Mechanicsburg, moving east at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and very heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include... Columbus, Dublin, Hilliard, Plain City, West Jefferson, Lake Darby, New California, Unionville Center, Amity, State Route 29 at State Route 38, Rosedale, State Route 4 at State Route 161, Resaca, US Route 33 at US Route 42, Chuckery, and Plumwood.

This includes I-70 in Ohio between mile markers 83 and 88.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

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.