Special Weather Statement

At 1147 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Granville, moving east at 35 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 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... Newark, Heath, Granville, Buckeye Lake, Hebron, Hanover, Harbor Hills, Granville South, Marne, Thornport, St. Louisville, Gratiot, Toboso, Brownsville, Purity, and Interstate 70 at State Route 13.

This includes I-70 in Ohio between mile markers 128 and 142, and near mile marker 144.

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 200 AM 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.