Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Lawrence 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 7 at 6:40PM EDT until August 7 at 7:15PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
SVRRLX The National Weather Service in Charleston West Virginia has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Boyd County in northeastern Kentucky... Southeastern Greenup County in northeastern Kentucky... Central Carter County in northeastern Kentucky... South central Gallia County in southeastern Ohio... Southern Lawrence County in southeastern Ohio... Northwestern Wayne County in western West Virginia... * Until 715 PM EDT. * At 640 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Greenup to Olive Hill, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Locations impacted include... Ashland, Ironton, Grayson, Coal Grove, Olive Hill, Cannonsburg, Lake Vesuvius, Kenova, Catlettsburg, Ceredo, Greenup, Princess, Coalton, Denton, Greenbo Lake, Oldtown, Naples, Rush, Flatwoods, and South Point. This includes
Effective August 7, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Charleston WV
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Also In Effect For
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Lawrence 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 (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Lawrence County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Greenup County, Wayne County, Carter County, Gallia County, Boyd County.