Special Weather Statement for Union; Preble; Butler

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At 354 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Liberty to near West Alexandria, moving southeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph, pea size hail, frequent cloud-to-ground lightning, 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. Lightning can cause serious injury or death. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible. Locations impacted include... Oxford, Eaton, Camden, West Alexandria, Gratis, West College Corner, Darrtown, College Corner, Somerville, West Elkton, Jacksonburg, Hueston Woods State Park, Fairhaven, Goodwins Corner, Collinsville, Cottage Grove, Morning Sun, Wheatville, Kitchel, and Muttonville. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building. Motorists should slow down and use extra caution. When thunder roars, go indoors! Do not stay in the open or seek shelter under trees when lightning threatens. 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.