Special Weather Statement issued December 9 at 2:15PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
During the early morning hours, winds will increase ahead of an approaching low pressure. Wind gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected through the afternoon. Some gusts up to 45 mph are possible at times. Winds decrease during the evening hours but remain elevated in the 20 to 25 mph range. Properly secure outdoor objects and seasonal decorations.
CELINA - Mother Nature's torrential downpours have turned Mercer County's 384 miles of roads into an obstacle course.
While some Mercer County roadways are slowly being reopened - this morning 31 remain closed and 22 had high water - county engineer Jim Wiechart said it will take time to clear the roadways of the debris that has washed onto them. Six roadways remain closed in Auglaize County. [More]
Health officials recommend people avoid standing floodwater, which may contain E. coli and other pathogenic bacteria, as well as microscopic parasites - all of which can cause serious heath issues.
ST. MARYS - Praying for no more rain, Lake Improvement Association officials are looking forward to a great first Summer Kickoff 2015 Saturday along Grand Lake in St. Marys.
CARTHAGENA - St. Aloysius Catholic Church came to be 150 years ago, amid a varied culture and strong ties to the Society of the Most Precious Blood and its St. Charles Seminary.
