Six Tornadoes Confirmed in Western and Central Ohio
Six Tornadoes Confirmed in Western and Central Ohio
US · Published Aug 19, 2026
The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed six tornadoes touched down in western and central Ohio during storms on August 11,
The strongest tornado, an EF2, occurred south of Catawba in Clark County with maximum winds of 115 mph (185 km/h), causing significant structural damage. Other tornadoes included an EF0 near Springfield, an EF1 east of Springfield, another EF1 southeast of Urbana, and two EF1s near Choctaw Lake and south Columbus. The storms also brought straight-line winds that caused additional damage, though these were not tornado-related. Surveyors have been analyzing the damage and may release further updates. [Source time: 2026-08-18T00:00:00]

Impact & Risks

The tornadoes caused widespread structural damage, including destroyed barns, flipped vehicles, and homes with roofs torn off. The EF2 tornado south of Catawba was the most destructive, while the EF1 near south Columbus caused the most damage overall. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Straight-line winds accompanying the storms added to the destruction, particularly in areas not directly impacted by tornadoes. Residents in affected areas face risks of property damage and potential hazards from debris.

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