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Cleveland, OH — Strong spring thunderstorms are expected to move across northern Ohio this evening, bringing severe weather threats to cities from Toledo to Cleveland. The Storm Prediction Center has issued an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for areas along the I-75 corridor, including Marion, Celina, and Findlay, between 6 PM and midnight tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, residents should prepare for damaging wind gusts over 60 MPH, quarter-sized hail, and the possibility of a brief tornado. The greatest risk is west of I-71, with storms weakening as they move east toward Youngstown.
Timing varies by region:
- Toledo, Findlay: Storms expected between 6–8 PM
- Cleveland, Akron, Canton: 8–10 PM
- Ashtabula, Erie: 10 PM–12 AM
Secure any loose outdoor items and ensure alerts are enabled on your devices. Stay tuned to weather.gov/cle or local media for live updates and possible warnings.
Five-Day Northern Ohio Spring Outlook
- Monday, March 31: Scattered showers, breezy, highs in the upper 50s
- Tuesday: Drying out, highs near 60°F
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and mild, reaching mid-60s
- Thursday: Showers likely by afternoon, highs in the low 60s
- Friday: Cooler with lingering clouds, highs in the mid-50s
