Headline:
Tornado Warning issued June 17 at 11:58PM EDT until June 18 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 8:58pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description:
At 1158 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located 4 miles south of Versailles, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Versailles, Dillsboro, Wilmington, Hartford, Fairview, Center Square,
Pate, Benham, Avonburg, Farmers Retreat, Friendship, Bear Branch,
Cross Plains, Allensville, Olean, and Jacksonville.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
To report severe weather, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and
submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
Area Description:
Dearborn, IN; Ohio, IN; Ripley, IN; Switzerland, IN
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington OH
Sender: