OHIO — Thunderstorms are back in the forecast in mid-October, as an approaching area of low pressure brings rain and storms across Ohio on Wednesday morning, October 14. Some storms could produce heavy downpours, thunder, and gusty winds up to 40 mph. A second round of storms may develop Wednesday afternoon, mainly across southern areas near Columbus. Wednesday is shaping up to be an unsettled day, especially during the morning hours.
Morning Storms Move From Northwest to Southeast
Forecast radar for 8 a.m. Wednesday shows rain and storms moving across northern Ohio and southern Michigan. The main band is expected to track southeast from the Toledo and Detroit areas toward Cleveland and Youngstown.
A second band of rain and storms is shown near Fort Wayne and Lima. That activity is forecast to move southeast toward Delaware, Columbus, and Wheeling.
Heavy Downpours and Gusty Winds Possible
Some storms could produce heavy downpours that lead to ponding on roads. Visibility may drop quickly in heavier rain during the morning commute.
Gusty winds up to 40 mph are possible with the stronger storms. These gusts could knock down small branches and blow loose outdoor items around.
Northern Ohio Sees the Most Active Morning
Radar shows some of the heaviest rain and storms near Toledo, Cleveland, Akron, and Youngstown. Storms are also shown over Lake Erie and toward Erie and Meadville in northwest Pennsylvania…