Special Weather Statement issued December 9 at 9:47PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
During the predawn hours, winds will increase ahead of a low pressure system moving east through the lower Great Lakes. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected through this afternoon, possibly gusting to 45 mph in a few spots. Wind is expected to decrease overnight but remain relatively strong at 20-25 mph this evening.
Please be aware of these strong winds especially if driving a higher profile vehicle. Secure loose outdoor objects and shore up seasonal decorations if possible.
Today 39° Today 39° light 22° 22° scattered Tomorrow 27° Tomorrow 27° scattered 21° 21° light likely
Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Photo by Shelley Grieshop/The Daily Standard

The statewide Eagle dredge, right, sits in Grand Lake off West Bank state park land this morning. It will work most of this summer removing sediment from the mouth of Coldwater Creek. At left is the state park's barge, which is being used as a wind break to protect the dredge from wave action.

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GRAND LAKE - Blue-green algae toxin levels in Grand Lake already are more than 20 times higher than they were last year at the same time. Blame the weather, officials say. [More]
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