Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Allen, Putnam, and Van Wert Counties Until 9:15 AM EDT

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of west central Ohio. The alert is effective immediately and remains in place until 9:15 AM EDT on March 11, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following geographic regions in west central Ohio:

• Putnam County
• Northeastern Van Wert County
• Northern Allen County

Specific locations expected to be impacted include Delphos, Ottawa, Bluffton, Columbus Grove, Leipsic, Kalida, Pandora, Glandorf, Ottoville, Middle Point, Fort Jennings, Gilboa, Venedocia, Wetzel, Vaughnsville, Gomer, Rushmore, Rimer, and Rockport.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should stay away from windows and remain indoors until the threat has passed. Note that a Tornado Watch also remains in effect for west central Ohio until noon EDT.

Expected Conditions

Radar indicates a severe thunderstorm capable of producing wind gusts up to 60 mph. Hazards include potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees. While the primary threat is wind, radar parameters indicate the possibility of hail up to .75 inches.

Timeline

As of 8:40 AM EDT, the severe thunderstorm was located near Delphos, moving east at a speed of 55 mph. The warning is currently set to expire at 9:15 AM EDT.