2026 Severe Weather Awareness Week is March 15-21
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has designated March 15-21, 2026, as Severe Weather Awareness Week and is encouraging all Ohioans to be prepared for spring... Read More.
Stories tagged with: severe
Understanding Watches and Warnings: Critical information for severe weather safety
When severe weather strikes, timely and accurate information is key to staying safe.
The National Weather Service (NWS), the government entity responsible for issuing weather... Read More.
Possible severe storms Sunday evening
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Showers and storms are expected Sunday evening.
Some strong to severe storms are likely during this... Read More.
Prepare Now for Severe Weather Threat Starting Friday
With a forecast for severe storms, heavy rains, high winds, and even the potential for tornadoes in much of the Mississippi Valley eastward into... Read More.
Burn Ban in Effect; Farmers Seeing Soybean Loss
In response to the severe drought conditions gripping Logan County, local fire departments have enacted burn bans to mitigate the risk of additional fires.... Read More.
Ohio Faces Severe Drought: Fire Risks Heighten as Fall Weather Tempts Bonfires
As Ohio continues to grapple with major drought conditions, fall-like temperatures have many residents eager to enjoy evening bonfires. However, with these conditions, the... Read More.
USDA Declares 22 Ohio Counties Natural Disaster Areas Amid Severe Drought
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially designated 22 counties in Ohio as natural disaster areas due to the severe drought affecting the... Read More.
Ohio EMA Encourages Ohioans to be Cautious of Home Repair Scams After Severe Weather
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – The Ohio Emergency Management Agency encourages Ohioans affected by the recent severe weather to be mindful when selecting home repair companies.... Read More.
Severe storms and tornado warnings tonight
Tornado sirens were going off in several locations Thursday night as a heavy storm with wind, hail, and lightning rumbled through Logan County.
Hail the... Read More.
Tornado Drill Planned for This Morning & Severe Weather Tips
Logan County and the City of Bellefontaine will sound all sirens at 9:50 AM on Wednesday as participants in the Ohio Statewide Tornado Drill.
Don't... Read More.
A large fight at IL bar leads to one arrested and one flown to a hospital with severe injuries
One person was arrested, one was flown by medical helicopter and a warrant was issued for another after a large fight ensued at an... Read More.
