Tornado Warnings and Severe Storms Hit Wisconsin and Ohio Regions

CINCINNATI, Ohio — Tornado warnings have been issued for Hamilton, Boone, Kenton, and Dearborn counties as strong storms move through the region. The warnings are in effect until 7:30 p.m. EDT on July 20, 2025. A slow-moving frontal system is responsible for the severe weather, which has led to heavy rain and strong winds.

A flood watch also remains active across the WLWT viewing area until Monday morning. Spotty downpours are expected throughout Sunday morning as a cold front stalls above the area. Most light rain will produce brief periods of heavy rain or a strike of lightning.

Another severe weather threat is anticipated on Sunday afternoon. A more organized storm front is expected to reach Greater Cincinnati, with damaging winds and heavy rainfall being the primary threats. The severe weather window extends from 2 p.m. until midnight, with high temperatures projected in the upper 80s.

West of Cincinnati in southeastern Wisconsin, the weather is similarly severe. A tornado watch and flash flood warnings have been issued as storms produce dangerous conditions. The National Weather Service reported that damaging winds and the potential for isolated tornadoes underscore the risks. Several areas are under a flash flood warning until 7:45 p.m.

Emergency officials are urging residents to stay updated as conditions evolve. Throughout Saturday, severe thunderstorm warnings have been activated for multiple counties, and earlier tornado warnings have expired. As heavy rain leads to localized flooding, individuals are advised to remain vigilant.

The storms are expected to bring lower humidity and cooler temperatures in the upcoming days, but until then, the atmosphere remains very humid, contributing to the severe weather.