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Ohio governor requests federal assistance after summer storms, flooding

Ohio governor requests federal assistance after summer storms, flooding

Ohio seeks federal assistance after severe storms, flooding and tornadoes clobbered parts of the state, including Greater Cincinnati, this summer.
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In Ohio, new cases of illness caused by cyclospora parasite increase again

In Ohio, new cases of illness caused by cyclospora parasite increase again

After four weeks of declines, Ohio saw a 47% increase in new cyclosporiasis cases on Sept. 3. Here are the latest case numbers for the year.
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Need to escape the Columbus heat? 23 libraries offer a place to cool off

Need to escape the Columbus heat? 23 libraries offer a place to cool off

All 23 Columbus Metropolitan Library branches are air-conditioned and open to anyone seeking relief as heat index values climb to around 100.
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Heat advisory as hot, sticky conditions persist. When will we see rain?

Heat advisory as hot, sticky conditions persist. When will we see rain?

Greater Cincinnati will remain under a stretch of late-summer heat through Friday, but a chance of rain is back in the forecast.
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Delaware City Council votes not to renew city manager's contract

Delaware City Council votes not to renew city manager's contract

The Aug. 31 meeting was called exclusively to vote on. It came after a series of closed-door conversations between members of the council.
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Severe Storms Cause Power Outages and School Closures in Philadelphia Region

Severe Storms Cause Power Outages and School Closures in Philadelphia Region

Severe storms swept through the Philadelphia region, causing widespread damage and power outages. According to 6abc Philadelphia, thousands of customers remain without power as of Wednesday morning, with Gloucester County, New Jersey, among the hardest-hit areas. The storms brought down trees, power lines, and even caused structural collapses. Schools in Mantua Township, New Jersey, are closed on Wednesday due to storm damage, and local officials are urging residents to stay home while cleanup efforts continue. The National Weather Service confirmed at least EF-1 tornado damage in Dover, Delaware. (Source time: Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:04:00 GMT)
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Another tornado from August storms confirmed in Ohio

Another tornado from August storms confirmed in Ohio

One week of severe storms nearly doubled the number of Ohio tornadoes for the year, and the total from those storms is growing again.
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1 week of storms nearly doubles the tornado total for Ohio in 2026

1 week of storms nearly doubles the tornado total for Ohio in 2026

More tornado confirmations could be coming across Ohio as the NWS continues to survey damage from mid-August storms.
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Three Tornadoes Confirmed in Ohio from August Storms

Three Tornadoes Confirmed in Ohio from August Storms

The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed three additional tornadoes from the severe storms that struck Ohio on August 15, 2026. These tornadoes occurred in Miami and Champaign counties, bringing the state's total tornado count for the year to 37, with 17 of those occurring in mid-August. The first tornado, rated EF-Unknown, touched down near Fletcher in Miami County, leaving a 0.6-mile path. The second tornado, rated EF0 with 65 mph winds, caused minor tree and roof damage northwest of St. Paris in Champaign County. The third tornado, also rated EF0 with 75 mph winds, left a 3.3-mile path north of St. Paris. These confirmations follow a week of severe thunderstorms, including a possible derecho, that nearly doubled Ohio's tornado count for 2026.
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Heat advisory issued for central Ohio as temperatures, humidity rise

Heat advisory issued for central Ohio as temperatures, humidity rise

The heat advisory will go into effect at 2 p.m. Sept. 1 and expire at 11 p.m. Sept. 2. The heat index is also expected to hit 100 degrees on Sept. 3.
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Ohio Experiences Surge in Tornado Activity During August Storms

Ohio Experiences Surge in Tornado Activity During August Storms

Ohio witnessed a significant increase in tornado activity during mid-August 2026, with severe storms producing nearly half of the state's tornadoes for the year. The National Weather Service confirmed 16 tornadoes from storms on August 11 and 15, bringing the total to 36 tornadoes for the year. These storms included a possible derecho, which caused hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, and widespread flooding. Damage surveys are ongoing, and additional tornadoes may be confirmed. The storms impacted multiple counties, with tornadoes ranging from EF0 to EF2 on the Enhanced Fujita scale, causing damage to homes, uprooting trees, and cutting power to thousands.
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Heat Advisory Issued for New Castle County, Delaware

Heat Advisory Issued for New Castle County, Delaware

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for New Castle County, Delaware, effective from noon to 8 p.m. on September 1, 2026. Temperatures are expected to reach 92°F (33°C), with heat index values climbing to 100°F (38°C) due to high humidity. Following the heat advisory, showers and thunderstorms are forecast, with some storms potentially severe and capable of producing heavy rainfall. Rainfall totals are expected to reach up to a quarter of an inch, with higher amounts possible in areas affected by thunderstorms. The rest of Delaware will also experience high temperatures in the 90s, with a chance of evening storms.