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Warm Sunday With Late Day Storms

Temps soar into the 80s with some humidity. Storms possible this evening before cooler air arrives early Monday.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Sunday: Sun to start, then clouds increasing. Evening showers and storms, especially SE of Columbus. Breezy and warm. High: 86. Wind: WSW 10-18 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph.

Sunday Night: Becoming mostly clear and cool. Low: 48. Wind: NW 7-15 mph.

Monday: Sunny and cooler. High: 67. Wind: NW 6-12 mph.

Weather Story: Heat and some humidity are on the rise as a warm front lifts across Central Ohio Sunday morning. Temperatures will rise into the 70s by late morning, then soar into the mid-80s this afternoon. A strong SW wind will sustain a 10-18 mph breeze, with non-thunderstorm gusts up to 30 mph possible at times. This could present an increased fire danger, especially NW of Columbus, where rain and storms are not expected today.

A cold front will swiftly approach this evening, which will begin to develop a line of showers and storms over the I-71 corridor and Columbus metro around 4-5 PM. The line of storms will intensify as it moves into SE Ohio, where the greatest risk for a few storms with damaging wind exists between 6-10 PM. Heavy rain and lightning are expected with these storms, but they will be moving quickly.

Once the storm threat diminishes, temperatures will begin to drop late this evening and overnight. As our sky clears heading into Monday morning, early day temperatures will dip into the upper-40s. By Monday afternoon, highs will reach the upper-60s under a sunny sky, bringing us a typical October weather experience.

Rain is not expected the rest of the week. High temps will reach the upper-60s every day this week, with lows in the mid-40s each morning as well. Slightly warmer temps in the 70s are expected by Friday and Saturday, but we will continue to see plenty of sun.

Meteorologist Mike Joyce

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SEVERE WEATHER SAFETY GUIDE

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN WATCHES & WARNINGS

Watch
A Watch indicates the possibility of severe weather in a relatively broad area. For instance, a tornado watch means conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes. Go about your normal routines, but watch for threatening weather.

Warning
A Warning is issued when severe weather is actually occurring. For instance, a tornado warning means a tornado has actually been sighted or has been indicated by radar. The warning usually encompasses a relatively small geographic area. If a warning is issued for the area in which you live, take cover immediately!

TORNADOES AREN'T THE ONLY REASON TO STAY ALERT

Strong Winds
Strong winds of 55 mph or more can cause significant damage even though no tornado is present. "Downbursts" are columns of air that slam to the earth and spread high winds in many directions. Downbursts can be just as damaging as tornadoes; if such conditions are present, take the same precautions as you would for a tornado.

Lightning
Lightning claims more lives every year than tornadoes. When lightning is a threat, stay indoors and don't use electrical appliances. If you're caught outside, keep a safe distance from tall objects, and try to stay lower than anything nearby. A safe distance from a tree is twice its height.

TAKING COVER 

Storms producing tornadoes in Ohio often approach from the southwest. They can travel at speeds up to 70 miles per hour and contain winds estimated at over 200 miles per hour.

Sometimes an approaching tornado will sound like the roar of a train or airplane. If you see or hear a tornado, take cover immediately. Seek shelter inside, preferably below ground level. Do not waste time opening windows; tornado-force winds will "open" the windows well before the pressure difference can cause any structural damage. Above all, protect your head and lie flat.

At Home
Get away from windows, doors and outside walls. Go to the basement. If you have no basement, go to a first floor bathroom, closet or room at the center of the house. If possible, get under heavy furniture and cover your head with blankets or pillows.

At School
Go to the lowest floor or basement. Go to small interior rooms or hallways. Stay away from windows and avoid auditoriums, gyms and other areas with wide, free-span roofs.

In Public Buildings
Go immediately to the designated shelter area or to an interior hallway or small room on the lowest level. Stay away from windows. Do not use elevators. Do not go to your car.

During tornado drills or actual tornado warnings, remember to DUCK

D – Go DOWN to the lowest level, stay away from windows
U – Get UNDER something (such as a basement staircase or heavy table or desk)
C – COVER your head
K – KEEP in shelter until the storm has passed

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