NORMAN, Oklahoma — The Guardian is keeping a close eye on the weather, and we want to make sure everyone in Ohio is prepared for what could be a widespread severe weather day on Wednesday. The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma has placed the state under an enhanced risk for severe storms, and meteorologists are sounding the alarm for a possible significant weather event.
High winds and large hail are expected to be the primary threats, but forecasters are also warning that a few strong tornadoes are possible. Storm chasers from across the nation are flocking to Ohio ahead of the weather system, and we’ll be tracking the storms as they develop throughout the late afternoon and early evening.
Residents in Ohio are urged to have multiple means to receive weather alerts. Our free Guardian app is a great resource for real-time alerts and has a built-in radar feature. Make sure to download it on your Android or Apple device to stay up-to-date on the latest weather conditions.
The Guardian is keeping a close eye on this developing situation and will bring you the latest updates as they become available.