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Cincinnati emergency declaration follows flooding, severe storm damage

Mayor Aftab Pureval declared a local emergency for the City of Cincinnati on Tuesday after multiple rounds of severe weather caused widespread flooding, infrastructure damage, and dangerous conditions across the city. The declaration follows deadly flash flooding that struck the region on Friday and another round of storms on Tuesday that produced additional flooding and…

ByNina Oliverio5 hours ago0Comments

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Canadian wildfire smoke pushes Cincinnati air quality into unhealthy range

Smoke from massive wildfires burning across Canada drifted into Greater Cincinnati on Sunday, causing air quality to deteriorate across the region. The Canadian wildfire smoke pushed the Air Quality Index (AQI) above 150 in parts of Cincinnati, placing air pollution in the “Unhealthy” category, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The hazy conditions…

ByNina Oliverio2 days ago0Comments

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Air quality alert extended across Greater Cincinnati through Wednesday

Residents across Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky will remain under an air quality alert through Wednesday, July 15, after regional officials extended the advisory because of continued elevated ozone pollution. The Southwest Ohio Air Quality Agency (SOAQA) originally expected the alert to end on Monday, July 14, but updated forecasts showed ground-level ozone concentrations would…

ByNina OliverioJuly 15, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati braces for 100 heat index

The National Weather Service forecasts a prolonged period of hot and humid weather across the Ohio Valley this week. While air temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 80s and low 90s, high humidity will make it feel significantly hotter. Meteorologists warn that the combination of heat and moisture could push the heat index…

ByNina OliverioJuly 14, 20260Comments

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Heat-related illnesses expected to rise amid Cincinnati heat

Heat-related illnesses are expected to increase across Greater Cincinnati as dangerous temperatures persist through the holiday week. These concerns are prompting emergency departments, urgent care centers, and public health officials to urge residents to recognize symptoms early and avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat. Healthcare providers across Greater Cincinnati are preparing for an increase in…

ByNina OliverioJuly 2, 20260Comments

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Temperature climbs: Tips to stay safe as Cincinnati heats up

As temperatures trend higher across Greater Cincinnati, local meteorologists and public health officials are urging residents to prepare for prolonged periods of heat. Forecasts indicate that a developing heat dome could push temperatures and humidity to uncomfortable and potentially dangerous levels across much of Ohio through the Independence Day holiday period. Previously, The Cincinnati Exchange…

ByNina OliverioJune 29, 20260Comments

Hazy Cincinnati skyline at sunset during the June 2026 heat wave, viewed from across the Ohio River with the Roebling Suspension Bridge visible.

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Heat wave expected to bring dangerous temperatures to Cincinnati

The Greater Cincinnati is preparing for a Cincinnati heat wave that forecasters say could bring several days of dangerous heat and humidity. This could begin Monday, June 29. The Cincinnati heat wave is expected to intensify through the middle of next week. Temperatures will climb into the low 90s, and heat index values could…

ByNina OliverioJune 26, 20260Comments

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Flood watch issued as heavy rain threat raises flooding concerns across Cincinnati

Forecasters are warning residents across the Cincinnati area to prepare for the possibility of flooding as a slow-moving weather system brings rounds of heavy rain to the region. A flood watch has been issued for portions of southwest Ohio, northern Kentucky, and southeast Indiana as meteorologists track a plume of tropical moisture capable of producing…

ByNina OliverioJune 10, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati weather forecast signals warm-up and storms this week

The week ahead brings changing conditions across the Cincinnati region, with temperatures rising quickly before unsettled weather moves in. Early forecasts indicate a mix of sunshine, warmer air, and periods of rain and thunderstorms. Meteorologists say the pattern reflects a typical spring transition in the Ohio Valley, where temperature swings and storm systems often develop…

ByNina OliverioApril 20, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati issued Winter Weather Advisory as clipper system hits

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the greater Cincinnati area. A fast-moving clipper system brings widespread snow. Commuters are urged to exercise caution this morning. The Winter Weather Advisory warns of slick roads and reduced visibility between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. today. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington has…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 6, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati emergency declaration follows flooding, severe storm damage

Canadian wildfire smoke pushes Cincinnati air quality into unhealthy range

Air quality alert extended across Greater Cincinnati through Wednesday

Cincinnati braces for 100 heat index

Temperature climbs: Tips to stay safe as Cincinnati heats up

Heat wave expected to bring dangerous temperatures to Cincinnati

Flood watch issued as heavy rain threat raises flooding concerns across Cincinnati

Cincinnati weather forecast signals warm-up and storms this week

Cincinnati issued Winter Weather Advisory as clipper system hits

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