Special Weather Statement issued December 18 at 4:07AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Southerly winds will increase today ahead of an approaching cold front. Sustained winds of 15 to 25 mph can be expected with gusts of 35 to 45 mph at times this afternoon. Be sure to secure outdoor objects.
31° 31° Thu 52° Thu 52° 18° 18° chance Fri 25° Fri 25° slight chance
Thursday, October 20th, 2011
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Emergency dispatchers from across Ohio and several counties in Indiana learn how to respond to tornado watches and warnings during the seventh annual Dispatcher In-Service Training program at the Mercer County Fairgrounds in Celina on Wednesday.

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CELINA - Nearly 130 emergency dispatchers from Ohio and Indiana gathered Wednesday to hone their skills, learn new techniques and discuss their high-stress jobs. [More]
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