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Current Status Red Emergency Mode Active
Emergency Alert

Tornado Warning

Take shelter now. This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.

Issued 3:15 PM EDT
Expires 4:00 PM EDT
Last Updated 3:42 PM EDT
Affected Areas
  • Pike County
  • Ross County
  • Adams County
  • Highland County
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Active Incidents
Tornado Warning Active
Severe Storms Active
Road Closures 4
Power Outages 2,843
School Closures None

Latest Updates

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Warning area expanded

Additional portions of Pike and Ross counties have been added to the tornado warning area.

Rotation reported near Waverly

Storm is moving northeast at approximately 35 MPH.

Outdoor warning sirens activated

Sirens activated in Waverly, Piketon, and surrounding communities.

Road hazard reported

Trees reported down on US-23 near mile marker 17.

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Weather Snapshot

74° Severe Thunderstorm
Wind35 MPH
Gusts60 MPH
ThreatTornado
RainfallHeavy
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Shelter Locations

Piketon High School

150 College St, Piketon, OH

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Waverly Elementary School

600 Snow Hill Rd, Waverly, OH

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Pike County Fairgrounds

313 Mill St, Piketon, OH

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Road Closures

US-23 near Mile Marker 17

Downed trees across roadway.

SR-32 between Waverly & Peebles

Water over road. Use alternate route.

County Road 14

Blocked due to storm damage.

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Power Outages

2,843 Customers Without Power
Area Outages Customers
Pike County 18 1,462
Ross County 14 987
Adams County 9 274
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Emergency Contacts

Emergency 911
Pike County Sheriff (740) 947-2111
Pike County EMA (740) 947-7100
Ohio Road Conditions 511

What You Should Do

  • Take shelter immediately in a basement or interior room.
  • Stay away from windows and exterior walls.
  • Use a helmet, mattress, or blankets to protect yourself from debris.
  • Do not travel unless absolutely necessary.
  • Check on neighbors, elderly family members, and loved ones when safe.
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