Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
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Monday, April 27th, 2026
Pat Hemmelgarn
Pat (Roogie) Hemmelgarn, age 74, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 19, 1951, in Celina to the late Oscar and Mary (Jansen) Hemmelgarn. On March 17, 1973, he married the love of his life, Marty (Houseworth) Hemmelgarn, who survives at their home in Celina.
Pat is also survived by his three daughters, Megan (Adam Nagy) Hemmelgarn of Celina, Molly (Aaron) Shreffler of Celina, and Mikki (Ben) Raxlin of Los Angeles, California; his cherished grandchildren, Lilly, Luke, and Rose; siblings, Mike (Jan) Hemmelgarn of Celina, Peggy Corotis of Hilliard, and Sam (Terri Miller) Hemmelgarn of Dayton; and in-laws, Barb Hemmelgarn of Baltimore, Maryland, Vickie Hemmelgarn, Carol Hemmelgarn, Nancy Hemmelgarn, Pat (Patricia) Houseworth all of Celina, Kelly (Michael) Madsen of Naples, FL, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Jerry, Tom, Jim, and Jack Hemmelgarn; brother-in-laws, Mark Corotis and Mike Houseworth; sister-in-law, Shelly Hemmelgarn; in-laws, Margaret and Stan Houseworth.
A 1970 graduate of I.C. High School and a 1974 Wright State University Dayton graduate where he earned a Bachelor of Business degree. He dedicated over 40 years of service to McKirnan Brothers Wholesale in Celina before retiring.
He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Celina, the Mercer County Elks, the Celina Moose Lodge #1473, and Celina American Legion Post #210.
Pat enjoyed golfing, fishing, reading, and cheering on his favorite teams, The Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cleveland Browns, and the Celina Bulldogs. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, who brought him immense pride and joy. He will be remembered for his kind heart, sense of humor, corny jokes, quiet strength, and the deep love he had for those closest to him.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina, with Deacon Charlie Salway officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at St. Marys Catholic Cemetery in Celina.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County, 218 S. Main Street, Celina, Ohio 45822.
Cisco Funeral Homes of Celina and St. Marys are honored to care for Pat and his family. To share condolences or memories, please visit the funeral home website or the Cisco Funeral Home Facebook page.
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