2-Inch Hail, 70 mph Winds: What You Need to Know About Tuesday’s Dangerous Weather!

Hey folks in Ohio and Pennsylvania, the weather’s about to get rough, and you’ll want to be prepared.
Starting Tuesday afternoon (April 29), storms are rolling in, bringing big hail, strong winds, and even the possibility of tornadoes. It’s not the kind of weather you want to ignore, so here’s a rundown on what to expect and how to stay safe.

What’s Happening and When?

The severe weather will likely start up in the afternoon and continue into the evening and overnight hours.
The biggest impacts are expected in eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania, with cities like Columbus, Cleveland, Youngstown, and Pittsburgh in the storm’s path.

If you live in these areas, make sure to keep an eye on the weather all day Tuesday. You might be hearing a lot of alerts, so it’s best to stay informed.

What Are We Looking at?

The storms will pack a punch. Here’s what you should be ready for:

• Big hail: We’re talking hailstones up to 2 inches in diameter, about the size of a chicken egg. That’s big enough to cause damage to your car, roof, and even your garden.

• Strong winds: Gusts could hit 70 mph, which is strong enough to knock over trees, cause power outages, and make driving tricky.

• Tornadoes: While not guaranteed, these kinds of storms could spin up a few isolated tornadoes. If they do, they’ll likely happen later in the evening when it’s harder to see them coming.

What You Can Do to Prepare

It’s always better to be safe than sorry. Here are a few steps you can take to be ready:

• Charge your devices: Make sure your phone and weather radio are fully charged. You’ll want to be able to get updates in case the power goes out.

• Secure outdoor items: If you have anything outside that could get tossed around — like lawn furniture, trash cans, or kids’ toys — bring them inside or tie them down.

• Get your emergency kit together: Flashlights, batteries, bottled water, and some snacks that don’t need cooking are always a good idea.

• Know where to go: If a tornado warning is issued, head to your safest spot, whether it’s a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of your house.

• Stay updated: Make sure you have a way to follow the weather, whether it’s through your phone, local news, or weather radio.

Not every area will be hit as hard, but it’s always better to be over-prepared than caught off guard. These storms can ramp up quickly, and the last thing you want is to be scrambling when the bad weather hits.

So please, stay safe, stay alert, and check in on your neighbors. We’re all in this together, Ohio and Pennsylvania!