NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 13, 2026Miami-Dade
Severe storms cause fatalities and power outages across the U.S. Midwest
Emergency crews are conducting rescues and clearing debris following severe storms, tornadoes, and flash flooding in the U.S. Midwest. The weather events have resulted in widespread power outages affecting hundreds of thousands of utility customers.
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Residents in the affected region face ongoing risks from flooding and downed power lines, with significant disruptions to utility services and public safety infrastructure.
Key Facts
- Severe storms, including tornadoes and flash flooding, have impacted the U.S. Midwest.
- Emergency crews are actively performing rescues from floodwaters.
- Utility crews are working to clear downed trees and power lines.
- Hundreds of thousands of utility customers are currently without electricity.
Who's Mentioned
locationU.S. Midwest“Region impacted by the storms.”locationOhio“State where the report was filed.”personAndrew Ginther“Mayor of Columbus, Ohio”organizationOhio National Guard“Deployed to assist in storm-affected counties”organizationNational Weather Service“Provided weather data and storm tracking”personTeresa Fouts-Imler“Director of emergency management in Athens County, Ohio”personMike DeWine“Governor of Ohio”locationColumbus“Dateline location of the report.”