CINCINNATI -- The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch until 7 p.m. Sunday for the following counties:
Ohio
- Butler
- Hamilton
- Warren
Indiana
- Dearborn
- Fayette
- Franklin
- Ripley
- Union
DEFINITIONS:
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means atmospheric conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning means a severe thunderstorm has developed that is capable of producing hail greater than one inch in diameter and or 58 mph wind speeds.
A Tornado Watch means weather conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms that are capable of producing tornadoes.
A Tornado Warning means that a tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar and residents of the affected area should take shelter immediately.
Sunday is a 9 First Warning Weather Alert Day due to the threat of strong to severe storms. Get a full timeline.
Here are some helpful links to prepare for severe weather:
Sign up for severe weather email and mobile alerts
Download the WCPO Storm Shield app (storm-based alerts for life-threatening weather events)
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Flight cancelations and delays from CVG, other U.S. airports
