Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 12:43AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
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Monday, November 19th, 2018
Donald Hamilton
Donald W. "Donnie" Hamilton, age 62, of Coldwater, Ohio, died November 17, 2018 at his home.
He was born March 20, 1956, to the late John and Nellie (Hunsaker) Hamilton. On October 10, 1986, he married Kathy (Stein) Hamilton, who survives.
Also surviving are his children, Matthew Hamilton of Piqua, OH, Megan Hamilton of New Bremen, OH, Marcus (Cassie) Hamilton of Mesa, AZ, and Matt (Casey) Hamilton of Coldwater, OH; siblings, Jim (Sharon) Hamilton, Dan Hamilton, Bill (Barb) Hamilton, and Ken Hamilton, all of Mendon, OH, Suzanne Sharpe of Spencerville, OH, and Esther Hamilton of Coldwater, OH; and his grandchildren, Emma, Eleanor, Virginia, Austin, Brady and Ethan.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary Hamilton.
Donnie was a 1974 graduate of the former Mendon High School. He worked at the former Huffy Corporation, Celina and was currently employed at Hi-Tech Wire, St. Henry.  
He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post 470 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, both of Coldwater. Donnie enjoyed relaxing on his patio and spending time with his grandchildren and family.
A Celebration of Life service will be held 6:00 pm Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Brockman-Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery, OH, with Pastor Randy Christian officiating.
Calling is 2:00 pm-6:00 pm Wednesday at Brockman-Boeckman Funeral Home. Donnie requested that relatives and friends dress in casual attire.
Memorial contributions can be made to State of the Heart Care or the Cancer Association of Mercer County. Condolences may be directed to www.brockmanboeckmanfh.com.
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