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More than 170K without power after storms brought tornado alerts
Cincinnati Enquirer • • nation
Key Points:
- Severe storms on August 11, 2026, caused widespread damage and power outages across Greater Cincinnati, with over 171,000 Duke Energy customers losing power, primarily in Hamilton, Clermont, Kenton, and Campbell counties.
- The storm uprooted large trees, downed powerlines, and snapped utility poles in Covington, leading to road closures and stranded vehicles, but no injuries were reported.
- The National Weather Service issued multiple tornado warnings and severe thunderstorm watches across the region, warning of damaging winds over 70 mph, potential tornadoes, and significant flooding risks due to continued heavy rainfall.
- Dayton, Ohio, experienced a record-breaking rainfall of 2.07 inches in a single day, surpassing the previous record set in 1915, contributing to flash flood advisories in Clermont and Warren counties.
- Emergency crews are on standby to restore power and respond to incidents as soon as conditions permit, while residents are urged to stay indoors, take shelter, and remain alert to weather updates.
