Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued - WFIN Local News

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Findlay and Hancock County are under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 7 p.m. Tuesday, with potential for 75 mph wind gusts, large hail, heavy rainfall, and possible tornadoes.

Keywords: Severe Thunderstorm Watch, Weather Alert, Ohio

Source: WFIN

Update At: 8/7/2024

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