Pittsburgh, PA – Strong storms capable of producing large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes are expected to sweep across eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania late Thursday night into early Friday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, the Storm Prediction Center has placed eastern Ohio under a Level 2 out of 5 (slight) risk for severe weather from midnight to 7 a.m. Friday. Western Pennsylvania remains in a marginal Level 1 risk zone. All hazards are possible, including isolated tornadoes and locally heavy downpours.
Cities like Youngstown, Steubenville, and East Liverpool may see the most active weather overnight, while areas around Pittsburgh and Washington, PA, could still experience gusty winds and lightning. Drivers are urged to avoid overnight travel if possible, especially along I-70 and U.S. Route 30, where visibility may rapidly drop during storms.
Residents should charge devices, secure outdoor items, and enable emergency alerts on mobile phones. Local emergency managers advise monitoring forecasts closely and being ready to take shelter if warnings are issued.
Storms are expected to exit the region by mid-morning Friday. Further updates or warnings may be issued as the system evolves.
