Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch watch until 9 this (Wednesday) evening.

The counties affected are:

Hardin and in our region: Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Union and Wyandot Counties

Showers and thunderstorms will move across the region on Wednesday.

Some storms may be severe during the afternoon and early evening hours.

The primary severe weather threats will be damaging winds and large hail.

Additionally, a tornado risk does exist.