A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 10:45 p.m. for Butler, Darke and Preble counties, issued by the NWS, with winds up to 60 mph and hail of less then three quarters of an inch.
“We’re still expecting a broken line of storms to move into the area this evening and into the overnight hours,” the National Weather Service in Wilmington said. “The main threat continues to be strong to damaging winds; however, a tornado or two cannot be ruled out, particularly in Indiana/western Ohio/northwestern Kentucky.”
Most of the Miami Valley has a 2-4% chance of a tornado, but communities along the Indiana border have a 5-9% chance, according to the NWS.
A wind advisory has been issued for the region until 1 a.m. Thursday. Winds of 20-30 mph are possible with gusts reaching 50 mph.
Strong winds could down tree limbs and power lines, resulting in outages. People should secure outdoor items and be aware of the risk of severe weather, especially while driving.
Southerly winds will move into the Miami Valley Wednesday evening with a chance of showers and storms overnight.
Gusty winds are likely, according to the NWS.
There is also elevated fire danger today, due to dry conditions during the day with gusty winds.
A cold front will also move through early Thursday, limiting daytime temperatures to the mid-40s.
Light rain showers are possible during the day, with a chance of a few snow flurries.
Windy conditions continue Thursday, with gusts of up to 30 mph.
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