See and share your photos of central Ohio storm damage
Apr 03, 2025
Latest central Ohio traffic conditions
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- State Route 315 was closed early Thursday morning near downtown Columbus due to flooding, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Northbound lanes were closed at Rich Street and Town Street, while southbound lanes were
closed at West Broad Street as of 3:40 a.m.
The flooding came as severe storms swept through central Ohio, leading to numerous tornado warnings. The highway was reopened at around 5 a.m.
Strong storms roar through central Ohio
Thursday morning storms caused localized flooding, damaged homes from fallen trees and high winds, along with widespread power outages throughout central Ohio.
Several central Ohio counties have reported damage to homes, debris riddled roadways, downed power lines and high water on highways from the onslaught of rain and wind Thursday morning.
The Perry County Sheriff's Office reported trees and power lines down, roofs blown off of houses, and flooding, particularly in New Lexington and Junction City.
"It's a mess everywhere," a dispatcher said with the sheriff's office.
Storm damage in Mt. Vernon, April 3, 2025. (NBC4/Jonathan Edwards)Storm damage in Mt. Vernon, April 3, 2025. (NBC4/Jonathan Edwards)Madison County storm damage on State Route 38, April 3, 2025. (NBC4/Gracie Collins)Madison County storm damage on Yankeetown-Chenoweth Road. (NBC4/Gracie Collins)Madison County storm damage on Yankeetown-Chenoweth Road. (NBC4/Gracie Collins)Fallen tree at Rumsey Road in Columbus, April 3, 2025. (NBC4)SR-315 at Town Street (Courtesy: Ohio Department of Transportation)
The sheriff's office in Pickaway County said there are reports of damage in Holland and Ashville, primarily with fallen trees and power lines. That was the case too in Madison County, while Hocking County reported some roads have been closed.
NBC4 invites our viewers to share storm damage photos, from fallen tree limbs, to damaged roadways, hail scattered yards and more.
Use the form below to upload your favorite shots, and your submissions could be featured in our online gallery or as part of our ongoing coverage of the storm.
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