Showers and scattered thunderstorms developed during the afternoon hours ahead of a strong low pressure system moving through the Ohio Valley.

Flood in WARREN, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:00:00 to 03-MAR-23 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CROSSWICK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

High water was reported in the Waynesville area. An 11 year old boy was killed when he fell into a flooded ditch. M11IW.

Tornado in CLERMONT, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:05:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: NICHOLSVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This short-lived tornado is believed to have touched down just south of Bethel New Richmond Road. Numerous homes and outbuildings just west of Sugartree Road sustained minor siding and fascia damage. There were numerous instances of uprooted softwood and hardwood trees, including one large tree that fell on a house.
The tornado moved to the northeast, damaging additional homes and uprooting more trees on the west wide of Sugartree Road. The tornado then crossed a field and knocked down and snapped numerous hardwood trees just on the east side of Sugartree Road, south of Crane School House Road.
Further to the northeast, significant tree damage and roof damage to a home was found along Crane School House Road. Numerous hardwood trees were uprooted and snapped between Crane School House Road and State Route 125. No additional tornadic damage was observed farther to the northeast, as it is believed the tornado lifted prior to getting as far north as State Route 125.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLERMONT, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:11:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILLIAMSBURG
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The beginning of an enhanced area of wind damage occurred when a large tree fell on to a parked vehicle on Macedonia Road north of Bethel. The neighborhood of Concord Meadow Lane had numerous trees uprooted and damage to siding and roofing of a few houses. Additional similar damage was observed on Concord Hennings Mill Road to the east of Concord Meadow Lane. Further to the northeast, several trees were uprooted along State Route 133.
Widespread tree damage was noted on the south end of Santa Barbara Drive with numerous large hardwood trees uprooted and snapped, damaging some outbuildings. Similar damage was noted just to the northeast at the Williamsburg Junior Athletic Association Fields. Roofing material was blown off, outbuildings tipped over, and metal dugout awnings were destroyed. Soccer goals were pushed downfield and over a fence. A house across the street sustained damage to its siding. Wind speeds in the Santa Barbara Drive and athletic field areas were estimated to be around 90 miles per hour.

Thunderstorm Wind in BROWN, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:15:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:18:00 (EST-5)
Location: CROSSTOWN
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The enhanced swath of wind damage is believed to have begun near the intersection of Upper Five Mile West Road and Greenbush West Road. Several structures sustained minor siding damage, with numerous trees and telephone poles snapped or uprooted in this vicinity. A large dumpster was blown 25 yards and a garage door was blown in at a residence on Greenbush West Road, along with numerous trees uprooted on the property.
A few very large trees fell onto a mobile home on Upper Five Mile West Road, creating considerable damage to the property. Damage in this area was consistent with winds of approximately 80 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in BROWN, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:21:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: ST MARTIN
Magnitude: 78.00 EG
Property damage: 75.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A swath of wind damage with estimated wind speeds of 90 mph affected the area just southwest of Saint Martin. Several large trees were uprooted and snapped along Savage Road and at Chatfield College. Roofing at a few buildings on the college grounds was damaged and a house on Savage Road was significantly damaged due to a fallen tree.

Tornado in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:26:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: PRICETOWN
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

The tornado first touched down in a field southwest of Certier Road, about three miles northeast of Buford. This tornado affected a property on Certier Road, causing significant damage to several barns, with winds estimated to 90 mph. From here, the tornado generally moved to the north-northeast.
Tree damage and minor structural damage was noted on Ruble Cemetery Road and Hollowtown Road. More significant damage was noted at a couple of properties on State Route 131. One home had an attached garage that was compromised by the wind and detached from the main structure of the house, mostly flattening the walls of the garage. Significant roof and tree damage was also found at a couple of adjacent properties. Winds here were estimated at 100 mph.
Damage north of State Route 131 was much sparser, with minor tree damage observed on Dawson Road and north of Barr Cemetery Road. A power pole was downed on Sherry Road. Overall, while the tornado did travel through mostly open fields north of State Route 131, it is likely that it weakened or briefly lifted during this time period.
A more concentrated area of damage was then observed near the intersection of Danville/Russell Road and US Route 50. While some tree damage was noted on the west side of Danville/Russell Road, more extensive damage was noted to the east. A church on the south side of US Route 50 was heavily damaged, with the majority of the east side of the roof removed. Just north of the church, an outbuilding was damaged adjacent to a stand of trees that had significant damage and snapping. Winds here were estimated at 100 mph.
Damage was again sparser north from US Route 50 until becoming more significant and widespread in Willettsville. Tree and structural damage in Willettsville was extensive, with roof damage to numerous homes and outbuildings, including one home that had a collapsed attached garage. Winds here were also estimated at 100 mph and likely over a larger area than at other locations earlier in the track of the tornado.
Minor roof and tree damage were observed as the tornado turned slightly to the right, moving northeast. A few properties had roof damage on Panhandle Road west of State Route 73. Some minor tree damage was found near State Route 73 where the tornado is believed to have dissipated.

Thunderstorm Wind in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:56:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARSHALL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A home sustained roof and garage damage off of Turkey Road. Trees were also downed and a small silo and barn were damaged.

Tornado in ROSS, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 18:13:00 to 03-MAR-23 18:14:00 (EST-5)
Location: FRANKFORT
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This short-lived tornado is believed to have touched down just to the southwest of Adena Middle/High School, west of County Road 550. Several trees were uprooted along a tree line approximately 750 yards to the west of County Road 550, with additional minor tree damage closer to the road near a commercial property.
On the east side of County Road 550, several other trees were uprooted or snapped along the southern portion of Climer Lane, closest to the school grounds. A video near this location appeared to show a short-lived tornadic circulation moving approximately southwest to northeast between Climer Lane and the school grounds. Tree damage was a bit more extensive toward the southern parts of the properties on Climer Lane toward the athletic fields. Here, a concession stand suffered minor roof damage and a chain-linked fence was damaged as well.
The tornado is believed to have tracked a bit further to the northeast, damaging a barn/outbuilding structure near the cul-de-sac of Climer Lane before dissipating.

Thunderstorm Wind in ROSS, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 18:28:00 to 03-MAR-23 18:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOORESVILLE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Widespread tree and powerline damage was reported from Chillicothe to about 6 miles southeast of Chillicothe. Several buildings also had shingles blown off and a semi was blown over on U.S. 35.

Thunderstorm Wind in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:55:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: SINKING SPG
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A house roof and garage were damaged off of Hizer Road. Some trees were also downed.

Thunderstorm Wind in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:55:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: HARRIETT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A pole barn roof was blown off.

Thunderstorm Wind in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:56:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: SINKING SPG
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A barn was knocked down. Some trees were also downed.

Thunderstorm Wind in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:56:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: SINKING SPG
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A house porch was damaged.

Flood in SHELBY, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 15:00:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOCKINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High water was reported in the intersection of Fessler-Buxton and Hardin Roads.

Flood in AUGLAIZE, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:30:00 to 03-MAR-23 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW HAMPSHIRE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

High water was reported on numerous roads throughout the county.

Flood in MERCER, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:30:00 to 03-MAR-23 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: PHILOTHEA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

High water was reported at the intersection of Philothea and Wessel Roads.

Flood in MERCER, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:30:00 to 03-MAR-23 19:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CELINA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

High water was reported at the intersection of Hellwarth and Mud Pike Roads.

Flood in FRANKLIN, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 18:30:00 to 03-MAR-23 20:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHADEVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

High water was reported along State Route 104.

Flood in MADISON, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 18:30:00 to 03-MAR-23 20:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEWPORT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

High water was reported along several roads across the county.

Flood in LOGAN, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 03-MAR-23 21:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAKEVIEW VAN HORN AR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High water was reported on Grove Avenue.

Flood in CLARK, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 20:00:00 to 03-MAR-23 22:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MEDWAY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

High water was reported on Spangler Road.

Tornado in HIGHLAND, OHIO
From 03-MAR-23 17:35:00 to 03-MAR-23 17:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: WILLETTVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This short-lived tornado is believed to have touched down near Panhandle Road, just west of Wolfe Road. One house on Panhandle Road had siding damage on the east-facing wall. A shed behind another home was largely demolished, with debris strewn about a quarter mile into the field to the north-northeast.
A few homes on Wolfe Road had roof and siding damage. One home even had damage to the siding on both the east and north facing walls. Some minor tree damage was observed near a bend in Wolfe Road with no additional damage observed further to the north.