Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Areas Near Rutland in Meigs County, OH
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A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for northeastern Meigs County until 12:30 AM EDT Monday.
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- Record type
- Severe Thunderstorm Warning
- Affected area
- Southeastern Ohio
- Issued
- September 21, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Charleston WV
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Alert Details
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Charleston, West Virginia. The alert is effective from September 20 at 11:54 PM EDT until September 21 at 12:30 AM EDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers northeastern Meigs County in southeastern Ohio. Locations impacted include Chester, Darwin, and Harrisonville. At 11:53 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Rutland.
What You Should Do
Remain alert for a possible tornado. If you spot a tornado, go at once into the basement or a small central room in a sturdy structure. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Expected Conditions
The storm is moving southeast at 20 mph. Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts, with possible tornadoes and torrential rainfall that may lead to flash flooding. Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Timeline
The warning is in effect until 12:30 AM EDT on September 21.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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