A tornado warning has been issued for multiple counties in the Cincinnati area as a storm front moves into the area.
Several rounds of thunderstorms will come-and-go throughout the morning, afternoon and evening of Tuesday, Aug. 11, into Wednesday morning, the weather service says.
Here's what to know:
- Flood watch in effect: The weather service is warning that excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams and other low-lying locations through Wednesday morning. There is also the potential for flash flooding, according to the weather service.
- Worst storms expected in evening: While the storm's pattern remains unpredictable, the weather service expects the strongest storms will strike Tuesday evening. Damaging straight-line winds will be the primary threat, along with heavy rain and flooding, according to the weather service.
- More storms on Wednesday, but not as bad: The weather service says severe thunderstorms are possible again on Wednesday, primarily south of I-70, though they will not be as severe compared to Tuesday.
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Warren, Butler thunderstorm warning
03:27 PM ET, August 11 2026, Matthew CupelliMuch of Butler and Warren counties are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 4 p.m.
Cities including Mason, Middletown and Lebanon could see hail and winds up to 60 mph, officials said.
Tornado warning issued for Hamilton, Butler, Boone, Dearborn counties
03:13 PM ET, August 11 2026, David FerraraThe National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for four Greater Cincinnati counties.
Hamilton, Butler,
Boone and Dearborn counties are under a tornado warning through 3:45 p.m.
At 3:06 p.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located to the west of the region, moving southeast at 45 mph. Radar indicated rotation of a tornado.
Locations impacted include Cincinnati, Hamilton, Fairfield, Norwood, Forest Park, Newport, Sharonville, Blue Ash, Springdale, Reading, Montgomery, Harrison, North College Hill, Madeira, Wyoming, Cheviot, Mount Healthy, Deer Park, Dayton, and Ludlow.
The weather service says flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
The weather service advises to take cover now. Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowestfloor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
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