Tornado Warning Near Gratis in Butler County, OH
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NWS Wilmington OH has issued a Tornado Warning for northeastern Butler County, northwestern Warren County, and southwestern Montgomery County until 8:30 PM EDT.
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- Record type
- Tornado Warning
- Affected area
- Southwestern Ohio
- Issued
- September 20, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Wilmington OH
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Alert Details
Tornado Warning issued by NWS Wilmington OH. Effective from September 20, 2026 at 7:54 PM EDT until September 20, 2026 at 8:30 PM EDT. Alert type code: TOW. Severity: Extreme. Urgency: Immediate. Certainty: Observed.
Affected Areas
Northeastern Butler County in southwestern Ohio, northwestern Warren County in southwestern Ohio, and southwestern Montgomery County in west central Ohio. Locations impacted include Middletown, Springboro, Monroe, Franklin, Carlisle, and Poast Town Heights. Includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 33 and 41. Storm was located near Gratis.
What You Should Do
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
Expected Conditions
At 7:53 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Gratis, moving southeast at 20 mph. Radar indicated rotation. Hazard: Tornado. Impact: Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.
Timeline
Alert effective September 20, 2026 at 7:54 PM EDT. Expires and ends September 20, 2026 at 8:30 PM EDT.
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