Special Weather Statement issued January 27 at 4:29AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
An approaching cold front will affect areas along and north of the I-70 corridor this afternoon and evening. Wind gusts are expected to be around 35 mph, possibly 40 mph. These wind speeds may be strong enough to blow around unsecured objects.
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyday life in Mercer and Auglaize counties for the past 10 months since it made its way to Ohio.
Area long-term care facilities and nursing homes, schools and workplaces have battled to tame outbreaks throughout the year. The same institutions experienced shutdowns in March when Ohioans were instructed to stay home unless absolutely necessary. [More]