Blowing Dust Advisory issued March 13 at 3:16PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Auglaize, Hardin, and Mercer Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
High Wind Warning issued March 13 at 3:16PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Auglaize, Hardin, and Mercer Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Special Weather Statement issued March 13 at 2:44PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Very strong wind gusts and dry soil is leading to areas of blowing dust across the area. This is causing visibility to be reduced to one mile or less in localized area.
Motorists should be prepared for rapidly changing visibility. Slow down and leave plenty of distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
As winds slowly decrease late this afternoon into the evening, blowing dust should diminish.
Today 52° Today 52° chance 29° 29° Tomorrow 44° Tomorrow 44° 39° 39°
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Richard Rammel
Richard "Ralf" Rammel, age 64, of Celina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at his home in Celina.
He was born on October 1, 1961, in Coldwater, Ohio, to the late Donald and Mary (Thieman) Rammel.
Ralf is survived by his life partner of many years, Betty Ebright of Celina; his children, Christopher (Amber) Posada of St. Johns, Ohio, and Jessica (Todd Shoaf) Rammel of Celina; his stepchildren, James (Tonja) Ebright II of Coldwater, Sandra (April) Ebright of Celina, David Ebright of Celina, Valerie Blake of Marysville, and Daniele Datres of Wapakoneta; eight grandchildren, Nathaniel, Elizabeth, Abigail, Stephanie, Chase, Jaelyn, Liam, and Isaiah; three stepgrandchildren, Makenzie, Andrea, and Julia; three great-grandchildren, Evelyn, Jackson, and Solayne; his siblings, Susan (Gary) Thobe of Englewood, Rebecca Rammel of Celina, and Joseph Rammel of Celina; as well as six nieces, one nephew, and multiple great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by two children, Jamie Rammel and Chad Rammel, and a stepson, Richard Ebright.
Ralf was a hardworking and dedicated man who spent over 45 years as a carpenter. He took great pride in his work and was known for his attention to detail and strong work ethic. Outside of his career, he enjoyed woodworking, listening to rock music, and spending time with his family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Cisco Funeral Home in Celina. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Mercer County, 218 S. Main Street, Celina, Ohio 45822.
The Rammel family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude for the love, care, and support shown to them during this difficult time.
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