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Severe Storms Leave 540,000 Without Power in U.S. Midwest

Severe Storms Leave 540,000 Without Power in U.S. Midwest

Severe thunderstorms have caused widespread power outages and significant damage across the U.S. Midwest, with Indiana being the hardest-hit state. According to PowerOutage.us, approximately 540,000 homes and businesses were without power as of Thursday, August 13, 2026. Indiana alone accounted for over 267,000 outages, representing 8% of its customer base. The storms, which have persisted for several days, brought damaging wind gusts, heavy rainfall, and flash flooding. AccuWeather warned that these conditions could continue to threaten the Plains, Midwest, and East. Emergency responders have been actively rescuing residents from floodwaters, while utility crews work to clear downed trees and power lines. Tragically, the storms have claimed at least three lives, including a four-year-old boy in Geneva, Indiana, and a resident in Roseville, Ohio, who could not be reached due to flooded roads.

Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Continue to Impact Midwest and Ohio Valley

Severe Storms and Flash Flooding Continue to Impact Midwest and Ohio Valley

Relentless storms are battering the Midwest and Ohio Valley, following a deadly derecho earlier this week. According to the FOX Forecast Center, widespread rainfall totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected, with localized areas receiving 2 to 3 inches or more. Indiana remains under a Level 3 flood threat, with Flash Flood Emergencies declared in multiple counties. Severe thunderstorms, accompanied by damaging wind gusts, are forecast to persist through the weekend. Over 400,000 customers across Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio are still without power due to the derecho, which brought wind gusts nearing 100 mph. Flood Watches are in effect across several states, including Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, as river flooding remains a significant concern.

Indiana Storms Cause Fatalities and Widespread Damage, Power Outages Persist

Indiana Storms Cause Fatalities and Widespread Damage, Power Outages Persist

Severe storms across the Midwest, particularly in Indiana, have resulted in fatalities and significant damage. A 4-year-old boy was killed when a tree fell on his home, and authorities are investigating additional storm-related deaths. The storms have caused widespread power outages, affecting over 700,000 utility customers across several states. High winds, hail, and tornadoes have been reported, with emergency services responding to numerous incidents, including flooding and infrastructure damage.

Severe Weather in Midwest Causes Fatalities and Extensive Damage

Severe Weather in Midwest Causes Fatalities and Extensive Damage

Severe weather has struck the Midwest, resulting in multiple fatalities and significant damage. A 4-year-old boy was killed in Indiana when a tree fell on a home, and another person in Ohio died during a health emergency when first responders couldn't reach them due to flooded roads. The storms have caused widespread damage, including tornadoes, flash flooding, and wind gusts exceeding 99 mph in Indiana. Hundreds of thousands of customers are without power, and emergency services are actively rescuing people from floodwaters and clearing downed trees and power lines. The National Weather Service has issued flash flood warnings and watches across several states, and a state of emergency has been declared in some areas.

Severe Storms Slam Midwest, Causing Fatalities and Widespread Damage

Severe Storms Slam Midwest, Causing Fatalities and Widespread Damage

Severe storms have swept across the Midwest, bringing destructive winds, heavy rainfall, and confirmed tornadoes. On Tuesday, a 4-year-old boy tragically lost his life in Geneva Township, Indiana, when a tree fell on his home during strong winds. The storms have caused extensive damage, including downed power lines, uprooted trees, and damaged roofs. Over 700,000 utility customers across Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and West Virginia were left without power as of Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a two-out-of-five risk for severe storms on Wednesday, with threats of damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes. Heat indices are expected to reach 108°F (42°C) in Kansas City and 109°F (43°C) in St. Louis, further fueling the storm activity. Flash-flood emergencies were declared in eastern Indiana after rainfall totals reached up to 8 inches in some areas.

Flaming Waters at Whitewater River Campground Amid Historic Flooding

Flaming Waters at Whitewater River Campground Amid Historic Flooding

A massive fire erupted at Robinson’s Whitewater River Campground in Connersville, Indiana, amid historic flash flooding. The incident occurred on Wednesday night, with at least two camper awnings igniting and propane tanks exploding. Despite the chaos, no injuries were reported among the approximately 120 people present. First responders and local agencies managed the blaze while evacuations were underway. The Whitewater River is expected to crest at 23 feet, posing further challenges to the area already affected by severe weather conditions.

Severe Storms Cause Deaths and Widespread Damage in Midwest

Severe Storms Cause Deaths and Widespread Damage in Midwest

Severe storms have swept through the Midwest, causing significant damage and power outages across several states. The storms, which included tornadoes and heavy rains, have left hundreds of thousands without electricity. In Indiana, a four-year-old boy was tragically killed when a tree fell on his home. In Ohio, a resident died during a health emergency when first responders were unable to reach them due to flooded roads. The storms have also caused infrastructure damage, with reports of a house explosion in Portage, Indiana, potentially linked to the severe weather. Lightning strikes have injured 16 inmates at a prison complex in Ohio, with four still hospitalized. The National Weather Service has confirmed three tornadoes south of Chicago, and flood warnings are in effect from Illinois to Indiana, with flash flood watches extending to parts of Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, and Tennessee.

Severe Storms and Flooding Threaten Midwest and Northeast

Severe Storms and Flooding Threaten Midwest and Northeast

A series of weather fronts is bringing severe storms and heavy rainfall to the Midwest and Northeast regions of the United States. On Tuesday, intense storms swept through Ohio, with wind gusts reaching up to 99 mph in northern Indiana—equivalent to a Category 2 hurricane. The Storm Prediction Center has issued an ENHANCED risk (level 3 out of 5) for severe weather in parts of the Midwest, including Chicago, which has already experienced significant thunderstorms. The severe weather threat is expected to persist into Wednesday, with a SLIGHT risk (level 2 out of 5) for severe storms, including the potential for isolated tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana. Additionally, repeated rounds of storms are raising concerns about flash flooding, particularly in West Virginia and western Pennsylvania, where rainfall totals could exceed 3 to 5 inches in localized areas.

Midwest Faces More Severe Storms After Deadly Derecho

Midwest Faces More Severe Storms After Deadly Derecho

Severe storms are set to return across the Midwest and Ohio Valley on Wednesday, Aug. 12, after a deadly derecho brought 90–100 mph winds, flooding and widespread outages Tuesday. More than 800,000 customers remain without power across Ohio, Illinois and Indiana. A Level 2 severe storm risk covers parts of Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky, with damaging winds and flash flooding again possible through the week.

Severe Weather in Midwest Brings Tornadoes, Flash Flooding, and Power Outages

Severe Weather in Midwest Brings Tornadoes, Flash Flooding, and Power Outages

Severe storms swept through the Midwest, causing widespread damage, flash flooding, and power outages. Dayton, Ohio, recorded 2.07 inches (5.25 cm) of rain, breaking a 1915 record, while a derecho brought wind gusts up to 99 mph (159 kph) in Gary, Indiana. Tornadoes were confirmed in counties south of Chicago, and heavy rainfall led to flood warnings from Illinois to Indiana and flash flood watches extending to Ohio, Kentucky, and beyond. The storms left over 650,000 customers without power across multiple states, with significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and power lines. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine described the flooding as historic, with communities facing unprecedented challenges. First responders conducted numerous water rescues, and the Ohio Army National Guard was deployed to assist in relief efforts.

Midwest storms leave three dead, 800,000 without power

Midwest storms leave three dead, 800,000 without power

Severe storms swept across the U.S. Midwest on Tuesday, causing widespread damage and disruption. Winds exceeding 80 mph (130 km/h) were recorded, along with flash flooding, tornadoes, and straight-line winds classified as a derecho. Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, and Kentucky were heavily impacted, with over 800,000 residents losing power. Tragically, three fatalities were reported, including a child in Indiana and two others in Ohio and Illinois. Emergency declarations were issued in Ohio counties due to severe flooding, and swift water rescue teams were deployed. The National Weather Service warned of continued flooding risks even after the storms passed.

Severe Midwest Derecho Brings 100+ mph Winds and Flash Flooding

Severe Midwest Derecho Brings 100+ mph Winds and Flash Flooding

A powerful derecho swept across the Midwest on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, bringing life-threatening weather conditions to northern Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and parts of West Virginia and Virginia (source: weather.com). The storm system produced winds exceeding 100 mph, widespread flash flooding, and multiple radar-confirmed tornadoes. Rainfall rates reached 1 to 1.5 inches per hour, exacerbating flood risks, particularly in urban areas like Cincinnati, Ohio, and Charleston, West Virginia. The storm's rapid movement and intensity caused significant damage, including power outages affecting nearly 875,000 customers. The derecho's impact was likened to a 40-mile-wide tornado traveling over 100 miles, according to ITC Midwest's president, Dusky Terry.