WILMINGTON, Ohio — The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Ross, Pike, Pickaway, Hocking, Vinton, Jackson, and Scioto counties, until 8 p.m.

According to NWS, conditions remain favorable for severe weather this afternoon.

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