Wenger Insurance

06/17/2026

Chances for severe weather tonight are increasing. Have ways to be notified of warnings and have your emergency protocols prepared!

SEVERE WEATHER UPDATE: This is a look at the latest tornado, wind, and hail risk from the Storm Prediction Center.

Since yesterday, the tornado threat has increased in NW Ohio, as indicated by the 10% (yellow) highlighting, and the "hatching" overlaid on top of it. This means that around sunset, a couple of strong storms do have the potential to produce a tornado or two. If these tornadoes do develop, they could be on the strong side (EF-2) or greater. These tornadoes will not be highly visible if they develop because they would be occurring around of after sunset. Those in the brown or green areas also need to be on the lookout for strong storms capable of producing tornadoes. These tornadoes would potentially be weaker, but occurring at night, so the danger is relatively the same.

The damaging wind threat has increased a bit as well, especially west of I-75. This is the most likely type of severe weather to occur tonight, after dark. Storms will be ongoing after midnight, especially in central and northeast Ohio. Storms will gradually weaken heading east towards morning, but anyone in the yellow shading should be aware of damaging wind potential.

Large hail would be most likely in western Ohio as well, at the same time as the highest tornado threat. This will diminish after dark,. but isolated quarter sized hail cannot be ruled out even a few hours after dark.

The bottom line: This has the potential to be an "elevated" or "enhanced" risk for severe storms tonight. While it is not a typical hot and humid June day, the dynamics in the atmosphere are more like an April day, so the severe weather risk is high, despite the lack of surface humidity and heat this morning. Stay weather aware, and have a way to be awakened if severe storms develop tonight.

Don't forget that you can download the Ohio News and Weather app from the App Store and Google Play! Today would be an excellent day to try it out. If you have a NOAA weather radio, tonight would be a good night to make sure it is on and ready to receive warnings. - 10 AM Wednesday June 17th, Meteorologist Mike Joyce

06/03/2026

Who ever said something can't be beautiful and dangerous? Here's something you may have never thought of - using the plants in your landscaping to defend your home from intruders. The below article from Gardner's Path discuses plants you can use to beautify and protect your home. Do you already have plants you use as part of your home defense? Drop them in the comments!

Learn how to improve your home security and deter intruders with 23 of the best defensive plants to add to your landscape now on Gardener's Path.

05/22/2026

Wenger Insurance will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.

05/11/2026

We are getting to that time of year once again when out comes the sun and so do the boats. Boating, sailing, fishing, pontooning - all great ways to spending the summer, but does owning a boat really require insuring it? This article from Central Insurance discusses the risks of owning a boat and why purchasing boat insurance is wise. Fair winds and following seas!

Boat insurance is a crucial form of coverage that protects you from the many risks associated with recreational boating.

05/01/2026

Big news! Wenger Insurance has merged with Webb Insurance. This gives us broader carrier options while still offering the same great service!

LIMA — A pair of family-owned insurance agencies are combining 200 years of local presence in a move to fully merge operations.

04/23/2026

😊 We had so much fun!

04/17/2026

The last think you want to happen right after being involved in a vehicle accident is becoming the victim of a scam. This video from Ohio Mutual Insurance Group helps you know what to look for and how to avoid Towing Scams.

04/09/2026

Don't assume it will never happen to you.

Texting, talking, and social media use are the most common driving distractions, with texting being the most dangerous. Your phone can wait. Safe driving can't.

Content provided in part by the NHTSA.

04/02/2026

Wenger Insurance will be closing at noon tomorrow, Friday, April 3, in observance of Good Friday. We will be open our regular hours starting Monday, April 6.

01/28/2026

We were hit hard with winter weather last weekend. I did go out and tromp around in the snow and enjoyed every minute of it! 😁It reminded me of how the weather was when I was a child. But as adults, we have worries we didn't have as children, one of which is, "Is my house ready for a major winter storm?" The below link has helpful advice regarding winter storms, from seasonal prep to what to do after a winter weather event. Winter storms are beautiful but can be dangerous. Hopefully, this article will help you be able to see more of the beauty and less of the worry!

Necessary recovery actions from a winter storm can vary from snow removal to repairing damage to your home or property.