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Tornado Watches Issued as Severe Weather Threatens Midwest

3/15/2026

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Severe weather alerts are in effect across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia as tornado watches continue; the National Weather Service warns of tornadoes and damaging winds.
Recent storms caused damage in Illinois and Indiana, including two fatalities in Lake Village, Indiana.
An enhanced risk of severe weather is forecast for Sunday across the South-Central Ohio Valley.
Residents are urged to prepare emergency plans and stay updated on alerts.

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Severe weather alerts are in effect across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia as tornado watches continue; the National Weather Service warns of tornadoes and damaging winds.
Recent storms caused damage in Illinois and Indiana, including two fatalities in Lake Village, Indiana.
An enhanced risk of severe weather is forecast for Sunday across the South-Central Ohio Valley.
Residents are urged to prepare emergency plans and stay updated on alerts.