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Prolonged Storm System Brings Heavy Rain, Flood Warnings, and Severe Weather to Ohio and New England

A slow-moving upper-level low continues to generate rain, thunderstorms, and localized flooding across the region, with drier conditions expected by midweek.

Water vapor imagery revealed an Omega Block pattern setting up across the country May 5,2025, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Overview

  • As of Tuesday morning, scattered showers and isolated storms persist, with flood watches in New England and severe thunderstorm warnings in parts of Ohio.
  • Rainfall totals in Ohio are nearing 0.5–1.5 inches, while parts of New England could see up to 4–5 inches, raising flash flood risks in vulnerable areas.
  • Dense fog has reduced visibility to less than a quarter mile in parts of Ohio, posing additional travel hazards during morning commutes.
  • Severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect in several Ohio counties, with risks of strong winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes reported Monday evening.
  • The system is expected to lift out by Wednesday, bringing drier, sunnier, and warmer weather to the region by Thursday and Friday.