Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Knox County, Ohio
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 8 at 6:16PM EDT until August 8 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
At 616 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Lexington, or 9 miles southwest of Mansfield, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage to vehicles is possible. Expect damage to trees and power lines. Locations impacted include... Mansfield, Ontario, Lexington, Bellville, Butler, Lucas, and Shauck.
Effective August 8, 2026 at 6:16 PM ET · Expires August 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Cleveland OH
Expires
August 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
Last Checked
3 hours ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Knox County, Ohio?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (3 hours ago). It's set to expire August 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Knox County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Morrow County.