Clinton County
Emergency Management Agency

Motor Oil Supply Concerns Highlight Importance of Vehicle and Equipment Preparedness File under: Supply Chain A recent industry warning from the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA) has raised concerns about possible motor oil shortages in the United States over the coming months. According to ILMA CEO Holly Alfano, supplies of Group III base oils — a key ingredient used in many modern synthetic and blended motor oils — could become strained by June due to i

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Spring Storm Season: Preparing the Whole Household When people talk about preparing for spring storm season, the advice usually sounds familiar: buy batteries, charge the weather radio, know where the basement is, and keep an emergency kit ready. That advice is good, but it often assumes that everyone in the house experiences emergencies the same way. In reality, many households include family members who face challenges that don’t show up on the typical preparedness checklis

Update No. 1 Posted: 2 pm on Friday, 3 April Summary: The National Weather Service has expanded the SLIGHT Risk (Level 2 of 5) area for severe weather on Saturday to include most of the region ( no change for Clinton County ). The main threat remains damaging straight-line winds , but isolated tornadoes are now also possible , mainly between 2:00 PM and 10:00 PM Saturday as storms develop ahead of a cold front. Forecasters note there is still uncertainty about how widespre

Become a CoCoRaHS Weather Observer Let's get a few more in Clinton County! Weather in Clinton County can change quickly. A heavy rainstorm may soak one neighborhood while another area just a few miles away stays nearly dry. That kind of variation can make a big difference when it comes to flooding, storm impacts, and understanding what is really happening on the ground. One way residents can help improve the accuracy of local weather information is by becoming part of CoCoRaH

Storms Possible Late Thursday Night in Clinton County Update No. 2 Posted: 6:15 am on Thursday, 26 March NWS Briefing Click here SUMMARY : Thunderstorms capable of damaging winds will move into Clinton County late tonight, generally between 11 PM and 1 AM , with all of the county under a SLIGHT Risk for severe weather (except Klocks Corner and West Lynchburg area in the county heel we remain in a MARGINAL Risk ). Primary Threats Damaging Winds - Strong wind gusts remain t

Clinton County will see two chances for storms over the next few days. The first is on Friday, with a lower chance of storms. The second is on Sunday, when storms are more likely and could be stronger. For both days, the main time to watch will be later in the day into the early evening. Friday – 20 March Threats There is a chance for storms to develop late in the day. Not everyone in the county will see rain or storms, and some areas may stay dry. Hazards Small hail may occu

Clinton County Begins Damage Assessment Following March Severe Weather Suspense: Close of Business on Friday, 27 March 2026 . Clinton County is beginning the Public Assistance (PA) Damage Assessment process following the recent severe weather that impacted the region between 11–16 March 2026 . This process is an important first step in determining whether state or federal disaster assistance may be made available to support recovery efforts across the county. Public Assistan

Update No. 1 Posted at 9:15 am on Sunday, 15 March 2026 Sunday Evening Clinton County remains under a weather threat tonight into early Monday. The main concern continues to be strong winds , both with and without thunderstorms. A Wind Advisory [ link ] continues to be in effect until 8:00 AM Monday . Winds may gust up to 45 mph , which could blow around loose objects and bring down small tree limbs. A line of storms may move through late tonight , mainly between 11:00 PM a

Clarksville Community to Gather for Memorial Service Honoring Fire Victims The Village of Clarksville will host a community memorial service on Tuesday, 10 March at 6:00 PM to honor the victims of the recent fire tragedy. Mayor and members of the Clarksville Village Council invite residents and surrounding communities to attend this time of remembrance and support. The service will take place at the Clarksville Gym, 228 E. Main Street, Clarksville, Ohio , and will provide an

Mesoscale Discussions: A Weather Tool Worth Paying Attention To Example MD on 27 Feb 2026 during severe a weather event noted on radar (RadarOmega). If you follow weather forecasts closely—especially during severe weather season—you may occasionally hear meteorologists reference something called a Mesoscale Discussion, often abbreviated as MD or MCD. These products come from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) and can provide valuable insight into developing weather situations.

Update No. 5 Posted: 6:45 am on Wednesday, 11 March 2026 Clinton County Emergency Management Agency continues to monitor multiple rounds of thunderstorms affecting the region today as a storm system moves through the Ohio Valley. Forecast information from the National Weather Service Wilmington and the Storm Prediction Center remains generally consistent with previous updates, although timing and storm evolution have been refined as the system develops. (Updated) Overall Thr

Outdoor Warning Siren Notice Posted: 12:15 pm on Saturday, 7 March 2026 Today’s scheduled outdoor warning siren test was cancelled due to the forecasted potential for severe weather in the area. The Wilmington Police Department Communications Section placed the system that controls the siren activation into manual mode , which should have prevented the normal automated test that occurs on the first Saturday of each month at noon . Unfortunately, technology is great until it

Updated: 9:18 am on 5 March 2026 High Water Closes Several Clinton County Roads Recent rainfall across Clinton County has led to high water covering several rural roadways. As a result, multiple roads are currently closed for safety until water levels recede. The following roads are closed due to high water: Port William Road between Faulkner and Bone Swartz Road Wise Road between Swartz and Webertown Hales Branch Road between Jonesboro and Cochran In addition, Polk Road r

Understanding Snow Emergency Levels: Why Each Step Matters When winter weather hits, snow emergency levels are not just labels. They represent a growing level of difficulty and risk across the entire county. The jump from No Snow Emergency to Level 1 is not a simple step up. It is exponential. Road conditions compound. Visibility worsens. Response times increase. A single crash can ripple into dozens of other problems. Understanding what each level truly means can help yo

Severe Weather in Clinton County: How to Get Your Household Ready Spring weather in Ohio can change fast. One day it’s calm, and the next day we’re dealing with damaging winds, lightning, tornado warnings, or power outages. The best way to stay safe is to prepare before storms are on top of you. This guide breaks severe weather readiness into a simple timeline you can follow for your household—whether you live in a single-family home, apartment, or mobile home. The following

What the Storm Prediction Center’s Severe Weather Outlooks Really Mean When weather forecasters talk about severe weather ahead of time, they use a system developed by the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) to show the risk of dangerous thunderstorms. The SPC’s outlooks help you understand how likely severe storms are and how serious they might become. These outlooks are not a forecast of exact weather at your house — they show risk over a region . The outlook uses five main cate

Understanding Tornado Risk on SPC Convective Outlooks When the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) issues severe weather outlooks , they don’t just say if storms are possible — they quantify tornado threat with numbers and sometimes special symbols. For anyone tracking severe weather, understanding these elements helps you go beyond “yellow on a map” to what it really means for your location. What Do Tornado Percentages Mean? On Convective Outlook graphics, you’ll often see tornad

Update No. 2 Posted 6:30 am on Thursday, 19 February Update: Clinton County is under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather today and tonight. Showers and thunderstorms are expected, with the primary hazard being damaging straight-line winds. There is also potential for hail, and an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Storm Timing (Estimated) The most likely window for storms to impact Clinton County is: Start: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (tonight) End: 10:00 PM (tonight)