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Cincinnati breaks 98-year-old heat record as storms and frost threaten

Cincinnati broke a 98-year-old temperature record after reaching 89 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026.  The record-setting heat comes ahead of thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and a potential frost threat across Greater Cincinnati later this week. The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that Tuesday’s high surpassed the previous Oct. 13 record of 88 degrees, established…

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Fallen tree branches and storm debris blocking a residential street sidewalk in Cincinnati following severe weather.

Severe storm outages leave 172,000 Duke Energy customers without power across Cincinnati region

Severe thunderstorms, including tornado-warned storms, moved through the Cincinnati region Tuesday afternoon and evening, causing widespread damage and one of the largest power outage events of the year.  As of 6 p.m., Duke Energy reported approximately 172,000 customers without power across its service territory.  Emergency crews responded to reports of fallen trees, damaged utility infrastructure…

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Cincinnati severe weather threat may disrupt weekend events

Residents across Greater Cincinnati face another round of potentially dangerous weather as forecasters warn of heavy rain, thunderstorms, localized flooding, damaging winds, and a possible tornado threat this weekend.  The most significant weather is expected Saturday afternoon and evening, with additional rounds of rain and storms possible on Sunday.  Officials urge residents to monitor forecasts…

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