Tornado Warning Issued for Montgomery, Greene, and Warren Counties in Ohio Until 10:15 PM

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a Tornado Warning (NWS Alert Code: TORILN) for portions of southwestern and west central Ohio. This alert is based on radar-indicated rotation detected within a severe thunderstorm.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

• Northern Warren County in southwestern Ohio
• Southwestern Greene County in west central Ohio
• Southeastern Montgomery County in west central Ohio

Specific locations impacted include Kettering, Beavercreek, Xenia, Miamisburg, Springboro, Franklin, Bellbrook, West Carrollton, Waynesville, Hunter, Harveysburg, Spring Valley, Corwin, Centerville, Lytle, Mount Holly, Roxanna, Pekin, and Five Points. This warning also includes Interstate 75 in Ohio between mile markers 37 and 46.

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Residents in the warning area should move immediately to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter to protect yourself from flying debris.

Expected Conditions

• Hazard: Tornado
• Source: Radar indicated rotation
• Timing: At 9:46 PM EST, the storm was located over Springboro, moving east at 35 mph.
• Potential Impact: Flying debris will be dangerous to those without shelter. Mobile homes will likely be damaged or destroyed. Expect damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles, as well as significant tree damage.

Timeline

The Tornado Warning is effective from 9:49 PM EST on February 19, 2026, and is currently scheduled to expire at 10:15 PM EST.