COLUMBUS, Ohio – Lingering showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to persist into the evening, prompting caution for flooded roadways. A Flood Watch is in effect for Muskingum, Guernsey, Noble, Morgan, Perry, and Athens counties until 2 a.m.
Saturday is an ALERT DAY, with strong to severe thunderstorms anticipated. Excessive rainfall, winds exceeding 60 mph, and large hail are likely, with a possibility of isolated tornadoes. The strongest storms are expected late in the evening and into the overnight hours.
Weekend Flooding Concerns Persist
Showers and thunderstorms are set to continue through Sunday. The ground is already saturated from recent rainfall, heightening flood concerns through the weekend. A cold front will eventually sweep through, bringing cooler and drier air.
Weather Outlook:
- Tonight: Pop-up showers, warm and humid, with a low of 71.
- Saturday (ALERT DAY): Strong to severe thunderstorms, humid, high of 84.
- Sunday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, seasonable, high of 84.
- Monday: Partly cloudy, less humid, high of 82.
- Tuesday: Stray showers, seasonable, high of 86.
- Wednesday: Isolated showers and thunderstorms, humidity returns, high of 92.
- Thursday: Isolated showers and thunderstorms, oppressive heat, high of 92.
- Friday: Slight chance for showers and thunderstorms, muggy, high of 90.
Prepare for potential localized flooding due to excessive rainfall. It’s crucial to have a reliable method for receiving weather alerts, as conditions will continue through the overnight period. Have a plan and stay prepared.
The streak of heat is expected to return by Wednesday, pushing temperatures into the 90s once again.
