Williams County OH ARES

10/22/2026

10/16/2026

Saw this front line moving into Wauseon this afternoon. Nothing severe, but there was a good rainstorm as it went by.

10/15/2026

09/18/2026

FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission will test the Emergency Alert System nationwide on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, around 2:20 p.m. ET.

What to expect:
• Radio and TV programs will pause for about 1 minute to show the test message.
• You may hear the standard EAS tones.
• The message may be in English, Spanish, or both.
• Cell phones will not receive this test.
• No action is needed.

These tests help ensure emergency alerts work when they matter most.

Learn more: fema.gov/2026-national-test

09/14/2026

The September 15th Skywarn Spotter training has been cancelled due to the threat of severe weather. Check back at the link on the image for possible rescheduling in October.

09/08/2026

The Williams County Amateur Radio Assn will be enjoying the sites on Lake Erie as we participate in the Ohio State Parks on the Air this Saturday, Sep. 12. Join us for the fun at Put-In-Bay! We'll be set up at South Bass Island. Bring your own equipment if you like...and your swim suit!!!!

09/01/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: Alert86 Testing Begins with Our Monthly Outdoor Warning Siren Test! 📲
As part of our ongoing effort to keep Williams County residents informed, we're taking a proactive step: starting in September, we will send an Alert86 test message during our regular outdoor weather warning siren test, held on the first Monday of every month at 11:00 am.
This is just a test — no action is needed. It's designed to make sure our Alert86 notification system and outdoor warning sirens are both working together and information is reaching residents the way it should.
NOTE: You MUST be signed up for Alert86 Tornado Warnings to receive this test alert!
Beyond confirming the systems work, these monthly tests are also helping us build better notification options for the future — especially for pop-up storms that can develop quickly and strike with little or no advance warning. Strengthening this system now means faster, more reliable alerts to you when it matters most.
If you haven't signed up for Alert86 yet, now's a great time. It's how we notify you directly about severe weather, emergencies, and other urgent county alerts — sign up www.alert86.com or contact our office for help getting enrolled.
Questions about the monthly siren test or Alert86? Reach out to us anytime at 419-636-8497.