PIQUA, OH – A significant severe weather threat is forecast for Wednesday evening into Thursday, with the potential for damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes in Piqua and the Miami Valley.
Temperatures will rise into the 70s ahead of an approaching storm system. Forecasters warn that isolated storms may develop in the evening, followed by a more organized line of storms after sunset. The primary threats include widespread damaging wind gusts, but tornadoes and large hail cannot be ruled out.
Residents should take this threat seriously. Now is the time to:
- Review emergency plans and identify safe shelter locations
- Charge electronic devices in case of power outages
- Monitor weather alerts and have multiple ways to receive warnings
The situation is developing, and residence are urged to make preparations now ahead of this event.
