[3:35 AM] Remnants of Helene will push through the region on Friday. Widespread rain, especially south of I-70, along with gusty winds are expected. Use caution while driving and secure loose objects. Prime time for wind gusts is 2-8pm pic.twitter.com/QGKc9rf1OC
— NWS Wilmington OH (@NWSILN) September 26, 2024
The NWS issued a Wind Advisory across the area from 10 a.m. to midnight on Friday. During that time, the agency said it expects winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts as high as 45 to 55 mph, though isolated stronger gusts are possible.
Winds are expected to be slightly stronger in more southern areas such as Butler and Warren counties, the NWS said.
[1:48 PM] A Wind Advisory has been issued for 10 AM Friday through Midnight Friday. pic.twitter.com/6KRg5mooJE
— NWS Wilmington OH (@NWSILN) September 26, 2024
On Friday, Hurricane Helene will bring rain and gusty winds to the region. Shower chances and winds will increase early, with rain likely for most of the day.
About an inch to 1½ inches of rainfaill is expected Friday, with maximum wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph possible.
Highs will be around 75 degrees.
The rain will continue Friday night, with a chance of thunderstorms for a few hours in the late evening.
Rain chances will drop, though not disappear, and gusty winds will fall after midnight, for a slight chance of rain and light winds through dawn on Saturday.
Lows will be around 64 degrees.
Saturday will be mostly cloudy and warm, with a chance of showers throughout the day and overnight. Highs will be around 74 degrees, falling to a low around 63 degrees overnight.
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