Allen County EMA

⚠️ Severe Weather Update for Wednesday ⚠️

Today remains a day to stay weather aware across Allen County and the surrounding area.

While a few storms are possible earlier in the day, the main severe weather threat is expected between 5:00 PM and Midnight EDT. Our entire area is currently included in an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for severe thunderstorms.

Potential hazards include:
🌬️ Damaging winds in excess of 70 mph
🧊 Large hail
🌪️ Tornadoes
🌧️ Flooding from heavy rainfall

Now is the time to prepare. Review your severe weather plan, make sure your devices are charged, and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings.

📱 Sign up for Alert Allen County:
https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/allen_oh/wens.cfm

🚨 Remember: Outdoor warning sirens are activated for tornado warnings and are intended to alert people who are outdoors to seek additional weather information and shelter. Sirens should not be relied upon as your primary method of receiving warnings while indoors.

Stay weather aware throughout the day. We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as new information becomes available.

⚠️ Severe Weather Update ⚠️

Forecasts continue to evolve for Wednesday, and while some details have changed, Allen County still has the potential to see severe weather.

The primary threats remain:
🌬️ Damaging winds
🧊 Large hail
🌪️ An isolated tornado cannot be ruled out
🌧️ Heavy rainfall

The greatest concern continues to be Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday night, with multiple rounds of storms possible.

Now is the time to review your severe weather plan and make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings. Weather forecasts can and will continue to change over the next 24 hours, so stay informed and be prepared to take action if warnings are issued.

Sign up for Alert Allen County to receive local emergency notifications:
https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/allen_oh/wens.cfm

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

⚠️ Severe Weather Potential Today and Wednesday – Stay Weather Aware

Allen County residents should remain weather aware over the next 48 hours as multiple rounds of thunderstorms are possible.

TODAY (Tuesday)

🌩️ Two rounds of storms are possible:
• 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Allen County is currently under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather.

Primary threats:
💨 Damaging Winds
🧊 Hail

WEDNESDAY (Greater Severe Weather Concern)

🌩️ Two additional rounds of storms are possible:
• 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM

Allen County is currently under an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for severe weather.

Primary threats:
💨 Damaging Winds
🧊 Large Hail

Additional threats:
🌪️ Isolated Tornadoes
🌊 Localized Flooding

✅ Now is the time to prepare.

• Review your severe weather safety plan.
• Know where you will take shelter if a warning is issued.
• Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts.

📱 Sign up now for Alert Allen County emergency notifications:
https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/allen_oh/wens.cfm

Weather can change quickly. Allen County EMA will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

⚠️ WEATHER OUTLOOK FOR TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY ⚠️

The National Weather Service has placed our area under a Marginal Risk for severe weather on Tuesday, June 16, generally between 5:00 PM and Midnight. While widespread severe weather is not expected, a few stronger storms could develop.

Wednesday, June 17, when our area is under a Slight Risk for severe weather from approximately 4:00 PM through 3:00 AM Thursday morning.

🌩️ Primary Threat: Damaging straight-line winds

Additional hazards may include:
• Frequent lightning
• Heavy rainfall
• Isolated hail

Now is a good time to review your severe weather plans and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially during the overnight hours Wednesday night.

The Allen County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

This morning, the Allen County EMA Drone Team was requested to assist with a missing juvenile search in Putnam County.

We would like to thank the Putnam County Office of Public Safety-Ohio, Putnam County OH Sheriffs Office, and Ottawa Fire Department - Ohio
for their partnership and for calling upon our team to assist with this important mission.

The ability for agencies to work together across jurisdictional boundaries is critical when time matters most. We are grateful for the opportunity to support our neighboring communities and proud of the strong relationships that help make these responses possible.

Thank you to all responders involved for your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to keeping our communities safe.

WEATHER ALERT FOR ALLEN COUNTY

We are monitoring the potential for strong to severe storms Monday and Tuesday across our area. A Slight Risk for severe weather is in place both days.

🗓 Monday (May 18)
• Main threat: Damaging winds up to 60 mph
• Greatest storm coverage expected between 2 PM – 10 PM
• Heavy rain and localized flooding possible

🗓 Tuesday (May 19)
• All severe weather hazards possible, including:
🌪 Isolated tornadoes
🧊 Large hail
💨 Damaging winds
🌧 Heavy rainfall

⛈ Storms both days could produce rainfall rates greater than 1 inch per hour.

🌡 In addition to the storm threat, hot and humid conditions are expected with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and high humidity levels.

✅ Now is the time to prepare:
• Have multiple ways to receive warnings
• Review your severe weather safety plan
• Secure outdoor items before storms arrive
• Stay weather aware Monday and Tuesday afternoon/evening

Remember: Outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert people who are OUTSIDE. Make sure you have additional ways to receive alerts indoors and overnight.

📱 Sign up for ALERT ALLEN COUNTY to receive emergency and severe weather notifications directly to your phone or email:

Alert Allen County Sign Up:

https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/allen_oh/wens.cfm

⚠️ Weather Update for This Evening

A slight risk of storms is expected across our area later today. At this time, storms are not expected to be widespread or overly severe, but a few stronger cells could still develop.

🌩️ What to watch for:

Brief heavy rain
Gusty winds
Lightning

We encourage everyone to stay weather aware this evening, especially if you have outdoor plans.

Remember — outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert those outside. For alerts indoors or on your phone, sign up for Alert Allen County here:
👉 https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/allen_oh/wens.cfm

We’ll continue to monitor and provide updates if conditions change.

Stay safe,

Last night, the Allen County Drone Team was requested by Beaverdam-Richland Fire & Rescue and the Ohio State Highway Patrol for a drone deployment.

Our team responded to provide aerial support and real-time situational awareness from above—helping give responders a clearer picture on scene.

We appreciate the opportunity to work alongside both agencies and continue strengthening partnerships across Allen County.
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Visit Allen-EMA.com for emergency preparedness tips, severe weather updates, safety resources, and other important community information.

The updated site is mobile friendly, easy to navigate, and designed to help keep Allen County residents informed and prepared!

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A big thank you to NOW Marketing Group for their work on this new website!