SKYWARN® Resources

Training, weather tools, and official SKYWARN information

Upcoming SKYWARN Training Classes

No upcoming training classes scheduled at this time. Check back soon for new training opportunities!

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Official NWS SKYWARN Resources

National SKYWARN Program

Official National Weather Service SKYWARN homepage with program information, training materials, and resources.

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NWS Wilmington (ILN) Office

Our local National Weather Service office serving Southwest and South-central Ohio.

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SKYWARN Spotter Resources

Training materials, spotter guides, and reference information for storm spotters.

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SKYWARN Training Information

Find information about SKYWARN training opportunities and how to become a certified storm spotter.

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Weather Radar & Satellite Resources

College of DuPage Meteorology provides excellent real-time radar and satellite imagery. These are trusted resources used by weather spotters nationwide.
ILN Dual-Pol NEXRAD Radar

Live Dual-Polarization NEXRAD radar data for the Wilmington (ILN) radar site. Essential for tracking severe weather in our area.

Features:
  • Base Reflectivity
  • Velocity
  • Correlation Coefficient
  • Multiple tilt angles
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Satellite & Radar Hub

Comprehensive satellite and radar data from College of DuPage. Access various products including visible, infrared, and water vapor satellite imagery.

Available Products:
  • GOES Satellite Imagery
  • Regional & National Radar
  • Composite Products
  • Animation Loops
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Additional Weather Resources

NWS Forecast

Current conditions and forecast for Wilmington area

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Active Alerts

Current watches, warnings, and advisories for Ohio

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Storm Reports

Recent storm reports from the local area

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What Should I Report?

As a SKYWARN spotter, report these severe weather events:

Tornadoes & Funnel Clouds
  • Tornado on the ground
  • Funnel clouds
  • Wall clouds or rotating clouds
High Winds
  • Wind gusts 50+ mph
  • Wind damage (trees, structures)
  • Straight-line wind damage
Heavy Snow & Ice
  • Heavy snowfall rates
  • Ice accumulation
  • Blowing/drifting snow
Large Hail
  • Hail 1 inch or larger (quarter size)
  • Hail damage reports
  • Estimated size comparison
Heavy Rain & Flooding
  • Flash flooding
  • Road flooding
  • Heavy rainfall rates
Other Hazards
  • Waterspouts
  • Dangerous cloud formations
  • Power outages from weather
Important: Always prioritize your safety first. Never chase storms or put yourself in danger to make a report.