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Columbus city officials are banding together to provide resources after storms

Columbus city officials are banding together to provide resources after storms

A shelter will be opening on the southside of the city soon to help the area most impacted by the storms.
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Severe weather pounds Illinois and Indiana, knocking out power as tornado sirens blare

Severe weather pounds Illinois and Indiana, knocking out power as tornado sirens blare

Severe weather has cut power to over half a million people in the Chicago area, Indiana and Ohio
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Did tornadoes hit Ohio? How National Weather Service confirms twisters

Did tornadoes hit Ohio? How National Weather Service confirms twisters

Strong storms hit Columbus and Central Ohio on Aug. 11. Was it a tornado? Here's how the National Weather Service confirms them.
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Severe weather knocks out power in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio as 'ring of fire' strikes Midwest

Severe weather knocks out power in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio as 'ring of fire' strikes Midwest

Severe weather has cut power to over half a million people in the Chicago area, Indiana and Ohio
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Gov. DeWine gives update on Ohio storm damage. Watch live now

Gov. DeWine gives update on Ohio storm damage. Watch live now

Gov. Mike DeWine is giving an update on storm damage at the Ohio Emergency Operations Center in Columbus on Aug. 11.
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Upper Arlington cancels first day of school after storm damage

Upper Arlington cancels first day of school after storm damage

Upper Arlington City Schools is delaying its first day of school following heavy damage and power outages from storms throughout the community.
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Severe Storms Topple Car on Ohio Interstate Amid Tornado Warnings

Severe Storms Topple Car on Ohio Interstate Amid Tornado Warnings

Intense storms swept through central Ohio on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, bringing strong winds and heavy downpours. The storms triggered multiple severe weather alerts, including tornado warnings for parts of the region. A dramatic moment was captured on a traffic camera along Interstate 71 in Columbus, where high winds overturned a car and caused other vehicles to swerve and stop. The Ohio Department of Transportation shared the footage, which shows the car being flipped upside down, possibly due to intense winds or flying debris. The National Weather Service is expected to assess the situation to determine if a tornado was involved. Source time: 11:47 AM EDT.
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Severe weather pounds Illinois and Indiana, knocking out power as tornado warning sirens blare

Severe weather pounds Illinois and Indiana, knocking out power as tornado warning sirens blare

Severe weather has cut power to over half a million people in the Chicago area, Indiana and Ohio
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NWS Investigates Tornado Damage in Columbus, Ohio

NWS Investigates Tornado Damage in Columbus, Ohio

The National Weather Service (NWS) is conducting surveys to confirm whether tornadoes were responsible for severe damage in Columbus, Ohio, following storms on August 11, 2026. The storms caused significant disruptions, including overturned vehicles on Interstate 71, downed trees, and power outages. Wind gusts exceeded 80 mph. NWS crews will examine damage patterns on August 12 and 13 to determine if tornadoes were involved. Tornadoes are identified by chaotic damage patterns, such as uprooted trees crossing each other, while microbursts create flattened, uniform damage. Tornadoes are rated on the Enhanced Fujita Scale, ranging from EF0 (65-85 mph winds) to EF5 (over 200 mph). Ohio has experienced only four EF5 tornadoes since 1950, the last occurring in 1985.
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City and state officials sent home early to clear downtown Columbus

City and state officials sent home early to clear downtown Columbus

By clearing the downtown area, city officials hope to let first responders put more focus on neighborhoods.
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National Weather Service suspects a tornado hit Columbus Aug. 11

National Weather Service suspects a tornado hit Columbus Aug. 11

The peak winds reached 82 miles per hour and led to overturned cars, downed trees and building damage.
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Flash Flood Warning Issued for Franklin County Amid Severe Storms

Flash Flood Warning Issued for Franklin County Amid Severe Storms

Central Ohio is experiencing severe weather conditions, including heavy rainfall, strong winds, and potential flash flooding. A flash flood warning has been issued for southern Franklin County and parts of Interstate 70 in Licking County as thunderstorms continue to impact the region. Radar indicates that these storms are producing heavy rain on top of 1 to 4 inches of precipitation that fell overnight, with an additional 1 to 2 inches expected. A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect for central Ohio counties until 8 p.m. on August 11. Earlier in the day, wind gusts of up to 82 mph were recorded at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, causing significant damage to property and infrastructure. The National Weather Service has also issued a flood warning for the South Fork Licking River, which is expected to crest at 880.2 feet late on August 11 before receding by early August 12.