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Update: Chance Of Severe Storms, Tornadoes Rising

February 19, 2026

The severe weather threat is increasing across the Ohio Valley this afternoon into this evening. Damaging wind gusts, large hail and a few tornadoes are expected. A few strong (EF-2), long-lived tornadoes will be possible across parts of Illinois and Indiana. Heavy rain could also lead to flooding. Meteorologist Caitlin Kaiser breaks down your hour-by-hour forecast and shows you who is most at risk.