# Severe weather and storms in the United States

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/severe-weather-and-storms-in-the-united-states
> Updated: 2026-08-14T20:46:05.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In late July 2026, a severe weather system produced multiple tornadoes across the Mid-Ohio Valley, specifically impacting Washington County, Ohio, and Pleasants County, West Virginia. The storms caused snapped utility poles, roof damage to residences, and widespread power outages. An EF-1 tornado in Pendleton County, West Virginia, created a 10.5-mile path of destruction, downing thousands of trees.

By mid-August, weather threats persisted in West Virginia and expanded to other regions like Iowa. In West Virginia, officials issued alerts for excessive rainfall and severe weather, including lightning and wind gusts up to 60 mph. Forecasts indicated risks of flash flooding due to saturated ground and high atmospheric moisture.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-14: Severe storms and flooding threats impact Iowa and West Virginia

Severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, and flash flooding threats are affecting Iowa and West Virginia, with heavy rainfall and potential tornadoes expected in several regions.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/severe-storms-and-flooding-threats-impact-iowa-and-west-virginia

### 2026-07-24: Tornadoes Ravage Ohio Valley and West Virginia Counties

Tornadoes on July 21, 2026 damaged Ohio Valley and West Virginia counties, causing power outages, roof loss and extensive tree damage, but no injuries were reported.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tornadoes-ravage-ohio-valley-and-west-virginia-counties

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