Severe storm damage sweeps across Northeast Ohio with road closures and power outages

NORTHEAST Ohio (WOIO) – Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for part of Northeast Ohio as thousands experience storm damage and power outages Sunday.

Storm damage in Geneva Lake blew over the permanent Ferris wheel at the Old Firehouse Winery.

No injuries were reported, and the Ferris wheel was shut down before the storms.

Multiple streetlights are in downtown Cleveland, heading toward University Heights.

A tree was reported knocked over at University Heights City Hall.

The Garfield Heights Fire Department reports a large number of downed trees and wires, causing some fires.

The department encourages anyone who comes across downed wires or trees to avoid touching them and to call 9-1-1 so emergency personnel can remove them.

First Energy is reporting that thousands of Northeast Ohioans are experiencing power outages as severe weather crosses the area Sunday afternoon.

According to First Energy, 131,277 Ohioans are without power.

First Energy’s outage map shows counties with at least 500 customers experiencing outages.

Check FirstEnergy’s, AEP’s, and Cleveland Public Power’s websites for the latest outage numbers.M

In Erie County, State Route 4 West, Bogart Road and State Route 2 in Perkins Township are closed because poles and lines are down in the roadway, according to the Erie County Sheriff’s Office.

The North Ridgeville Police Department said Lorain Road is closed to Stonebriar Lane because a tree and a power line are down on the roadway.

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for multiple counties, including Cuyahoga and the Cleveland area. The warning is expected to last until 9 pm.

Storm conditions are expected to lessen around 7 pm.

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