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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Friday, June 5th, 2026
Kathleen Wendel
Kathleen "Kate" Marie Wendel, age 82, of Wendelin, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Mercer Health in Coldwater.
She was born on January 22. 1944, in Celina, to the late Rochus and Mildred (Beyke) Wendel.
In addition to her parents, Kate was preceded in death by her siblings and in-laws, Delores and Andy Schlarman, Marie Wendel, Rita and Robert Wynk, Robert Wendel, Ron Wendel, Don Wendel, Mary and Dan Bruns, and David Kuck.
Kate is survived by her siblings, William Wendel of Chickasaw, Rosann and Clete Prenger of Sidney, Janet Kuck of Chickasaw, David and Eileen Wendel of Fort Recovery, Marjorie and Nick Meier of St. Rose, and Ernest and Marilyn Wendel of Wendelin; her sisters-in-law, Marilyn Wendel and Karen Wendel; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Kate was a 1962 graduate of Fort Recovery High School and spent many years of her life serving others through her work. Throughout her career, she was employed at Fort Recovery Industries, CTS in Berne, Buckeye of Coldwater, and later retired as a cook for Mercer Health, where she was known for her strong work ethic and caring nature.
A woman of deep faith and service, Kate was actively involved in numerous organizations throughout her life. She was a member of Catholic Financial Life of St. Joe, the St. Rochus Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of St. John, St. Wendelin Catholic Church and its Ladies Sodality, and the Wendelin Sports Club. Her commitment to her church and community reflected the values she held dear and the friendships she cherished.
In her free time, Kate found joy in life's simple pleasures. She loved preserving family memories through scrapbooking, getting lost in a good book, and challenging herself with sudoku puzzles. She also enjoyed playing cards with family and friends, spending time outdoors appreciating the beauty of nature, and, most of all, being surrounded by her family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at St. Wendelin Catholic Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Guests may visit with Kate's family on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and again on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM, at Brockman Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Center for Neurological Development.
Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.brockmanboeckmanfh.com.
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