Update: The current severe thunderstorm warning for Crawford and Erie counties will be expiring at 1:30 p.m.

The warning was issued for Crawford and Erie counties.

“The storms which prompted the warning have weakened below severe limits, and no longer pose an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 5 p.m. for northeastern Ohio,” according to the National Weather Service.

Shielding yourself from approaching lightning: Expert safety guidelines

Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, mostly during the summer. It claims the lives of about 20 people annually, according to the weather service. The threat of lightning becomes more pronounced as thunderstorms draw nearer, peaking when the storm is directly overhead and gradually waning as it moves away.

To guarantee your safety in the midst of a thunderstorm, take into account the following recommendations:…

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