Pittsburgh, PA: Northern West Virginia, Western Pennsylvania and the Upper Ohio Valley Face Over 2 Inches of Rain This Afternoon as Flash Flooding Threatens the I-95 Corridor Tonight

PITTSBURGH, PA. — Torrential downpours could trigger flash flooding from the Ohio Valley into the Mid-Atlantic today and tonight, with Max Velocity Weather warning that the highest risk centers on northern West Virginia, western Pennsylvania and the Upper Ohio Valley, where repeated rounds of thunderstorms could dump over 2 inches of rain in just a few hours this afternoon.

Tornado Confirmed in Guernsey County

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh confirmed that a tornado occurred in Guernsey County from the storms on the night of September 9th, 2026. This is Guernsey County’s 13th tornado, and the last one was an EF1 on 4/2/2024. According to a preliminary damage survey report, the tornado was...

After a stormy weekend, nice weather should greet us to start the week

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – After an unsettled weekend with storms virtually every day, some nicer, and even some fall-like weather will greet us to start the work week. The month of September looks to be continuing the rainy, stormy trend that we saw through the majority of the month of August, with most days so […]

‘Just despicable’: Washington residents struggle with continued floods caused by summer downpours

Fast-moving water flooded roads and created problems for homeowners across parts of Washington and Allegheny counties Saturday evening. At the intersection of Hanna and Houston streets in Washington, crews roped off part of Hanna Street as water could be seen gushing from a manhole. The flooding also forced homeowners along...

Governor Morrisey Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha Counties

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVDN) – Governor Patrick Morrisey has requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Donald J. Trump for Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha counties following severe storms and flooding that struck West Virginia from August 14 through August 18. The request seeks federal Individual Assistance for the three counties and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program assistance statewide. […] The post Governor Morrisey Requests Major Disaster Declaration for Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha Counties appeared first on West Virginia Daily News .

Tornado touches down in southeast Ohio

GUERNSEY COUNTY, Ohio — The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado touched down in southeast Ohio during severe weather last week. According to the NWS, the EF-0 tornado set down at 9:34 p.m. in Guernsey County and immediately knocked down a tree and damages nearby residences. The back door of a business was blown out and a steeple was knocked off of the roof.

Major disaster declarations requested for Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha counties

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — Due to severe storms that struck West Virginia from Aug. 14-18, Governor Patrick Morrisey is requesting Major Disaster Declarations for three affected counties. According to a Sunday release from Gov. Morrisey’s office, he is asking President Donald Trump for declarations in Fayette, Harrison and Kanawha counties, which would give them federal […]

First Alert weather on The Breakfast Show 9/13

National Weather Service confirms tornado in Guernsey County

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado in Guernsey County. According to officials at the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, the tornado reached an estimated peak wind of 85 mph. The EF0 tornado started on Wednesday around 9:34 p.m., damaging a few buildings at the intersection of Mayfield Lane and U.S. […]

Northern West Virginia, Western Pennsylvania and the Upper Ohio Valley Face Over 2 Inches of Rain This Afternoon as Flash Flooding Threatens the I-95 Corridor Tonight

PITTSBURGH, PA. — Torrential downpours could trigger flash flooding from the Ohio Valley into the Mid-Atlantic today and tonight, with Max Velocity Weather warning that the highest risk centers on northern West Virginia, western Pennsylvania and the Upper Ohio Valley, where repeated rounds of thunderstorms could dump over 2 inches of rain in just a few hours this afternoon.

City of Washington declares state of emergency after severe flash flooding

The mayor of Washington, Pennsylvania, declared a state of emergency after heavy rain caused flash flooding.

Flood Watch issued this weekend for the Ohio Valley

Wheeling, W.Va (WTRF) – Sunshine and above-seasonal temperatures provided a pleasant end to the workweek, but a change in the weather pattern will bring thunderstorms and a flooding threat back to the Ohio Valley this weekend. A more humid, tropical air mass will push north into the region ahead of the weekend, providing plenty of […]

PennDOT announces road restrictions for Washington, Westmoreland following storm damage

As severe thunderstorms continue to batter the Pittsburgh region, PennDOT has announced the following road closures in Washington and Westmoreland counties:. • West Pike Run: Route 481 (Scenic Drive) is closed between California Drive and Deer Run Lane due to a downed utility pole. • Fallowfield: Route 2023 (Grange Road)...

City of Washington declares state of emergency as storms cause serious floods

Channel 11 crews saw significant flooding across the city on Saturday.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – With heat & humidity building and a cold front moving into the area severe weather will be possible Wednesday evening. This has prompted the Storm Prediction Center in Norman, OK to issue a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in the far northern portion of the area. Counties under this watch are Jefferson, Harrison, […]

NWS: Survey teams look for clues to confirm or rule out tornado damage after storms

HANCOCK COUNTY, W.Va. — After a night of severe weather, it can be difficult to tell what caused the damage left behind — but National Weather Service survey teams look for specific clues to confirm or rule out a tornado. The National Weather Service office in Pittsburgh has...

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for the Ohio Valley

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – A line of showers & storms with heavy rain and gusty winds is moving into the far northern portion of the viewing area. This has prompted the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh to issue a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Carroll, Columbiana and Northwestern Jefferson Counties until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday. This storm […]