High winds and potential thunderstorms are expected to impact parts of the state beginning this evening, March 6, 2026, and tomorrow morning, March 7, 2026. High wind gusts may occur, leading to power outages and downed tree limbs.  Please monitor local weather updates for the most current information and follow any guidance from local officials.

If you believe your access to medical care may be impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or dialysis facility directly.

Resources: 

• USA Power Outage: Map 
• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov: Severe Weather

Rain is expected across southern Ohio today, March 4, 2026. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, especially in the North-West part of the state. Flooding may also occur in poor drainage and urban areas.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

Tips and Resources:

• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
• American Red Cross: Resource 

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for South-West Ohio this afternoon, Thursday, February 19, 2026, due to the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms. These storms may produce tornados, damaging winds and hail. Weather conditions can change rapidly, and Tornado Warnings may be issued with little to no notice. Please stay alert and be prepared to take shelter if needed.

If you believe your access to medical care may become impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or facility directly.

• Power Outage Map: Ohio 
• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov Preparedness: Tornados
• American Red Cross: Resource 

Snow is forecasted to impact the region beginning this Sunday, January 25, 2026, according to the National Weather Service. Travel conditions may become hazardous. If you plan to travel, prepare for rapidly changing visibility and road conditions. Be sure to talk to your facility in advance about your emergency plans, review your emergency kits, and ensure you have a 3-day emergency diet on hand. Additionally, check for potential road closures using the Ohio Road Closure Map.

If you are a dialysis patient and anticipate this weather event disrupting your access to care, contact your local dialysis facility to confirm treatment availability.

Resources:

• Ohio Road Closure Map
• KCER 3-day Emergency Diet: Resource 
• Ready.gov: Preparing for Snowstorms: Snowstorm Guide
• Cleveland Clinic: Staying Healthy in Winter: Tips
• NWS: Winter Preparedness Checklist
• Red Cross: Winter Storm Safety

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for parts of western and northern Ohio this evening, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, due to the likelihood of strong thunderstorms. Starting around 7 PM and lasting through late tonight, storms may bring high winds, hail, and a limited tornado threat. 

If you believe your access to medical care may become impacted, please contact your healthcare provider or facility directly.

Tips and Resources:

• Power Outage Map: Ohio
• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov Preparedness: Tornados
• American Red Cross: Resource 

Severe thunderstorms are expected across Ohio beginning this afternoon, April 14, 2025, and continuing into the evening. Multiple rounds of storms will bring heavy rainfall, damaging winds, large hail, and a risk of isolated tornadoes.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

Tips and Resources:

• Power Outage Map: Ohio
• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov Preparedness: Tornados
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
• American Red Cross: Resource 

​Severe thunderstorms are expected across Ohio beginning this afternoon, Saturday, April 5, 2025, and continuing through Sunday, April 6. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms, with heavy rainfall and mixed chances of severity, are expected. The worst flash flooding threat is anticipated from Saturday  to Sunday. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

Tips and Resources:

• Power Outage Map: Ohio
• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov Preparedness: Tornados
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
• American Red Cross: Resource 

​Severe thunderstorms are expected across Ohio beginning this afternoon, Thursday, April 3, 2025, and continuing through Saturday, April 5. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms, with heavy rainfall and mixed chances of severity, are expected. The worst flash flooding threat is anticipated from Friday through Saturday night, especially in central in eastern regions. Please stay weather-aware and take necessary precautions.

**If you believe your access to care may become impacted, please contact your dialysis facility directly**

Tips and Resources:

• Power Outage Map: Ohio
• National Weather Service: Website
• Ready.gov Preparedness: Tornados
• Ready.gov Disasters and Emergencies: Floods
• American Red Cross: Resource 

A Winter Weather Warning is currently in effect in Ohio, today, February 8, 2025. Icy road conditions are likely to develop into the evening, making travel hazardous. Those who must travel should exercise caution and check for road closures using the OhGO Road Closure Map.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 7 PM Wednesday to 5 AM Thursday in Central & West Central Ohio. Freezing rain could lead to ice buildup and power outages. Icy road conditions are likely to develop into the evening, making travel hazardous. Those who must travel should exercise caution and check for road closures using the OhGO Road Closure Map.