Special Weather Statement

At 442 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Jefferson, moving east at 25 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, pea size hail, and very heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.

Locations impacted include... Columbus, Reynoldsburg, Grove City, Upper Arlington, Gahanna, Bexley, Jefferson, Canal Winchester, Groveport, West Jefferson, Ohio State University, Lake Darby, Whitehall, Grandview Heights, Obetz, Lithopolis, Urbancrest, Valleyview, Marble Cliff, and Harrisburg.

This includes the following Interstates... I-70 in Ohio between mile markers 81 and 110. I-71 in Ohio between mile markers 92 and 111.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.

Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 800 PM EDT for central Ohio.

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.