High Wind — Champaign, Ohio

2021-03-25 to 2021-03-26 · Champaign, Ohio

Event narrative

The mesonet located at Grimes Field in Urbana measured a 53 mph gust. Law enforcement reported trees down countywide, with more damage noted in St. Paris.

Wider weather episode

A strong low pressure system tracked through the Ohio Valley on the 25th and 26th, producing scattered thunderstorms and widespread strong winds. These winds caused numerous trees to be blown down and resulted in property damage and power outages.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 951617. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.