Powerful Storm Sweeps Through Northeast Indiana, Northwest Ohio

High winds down trees and power lines, leaving thousands without electricity.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:54am

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A sweeping, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of gray, blue, and green, depicting a massive shelf cloud formation dominating the sky over a small town, with the faint outline of a rainbow peeking through the stormy clouds, conveying the overwhelming scale and sublime power of the natural forces at play.A powerful storm system sweeps across the Midwest, showcasing the raw power and beauty of nature.Fort Wayne Today

A powerful storm system moved through northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio on Monday evening, causing significant damage from high winds that downed trees, power lines, and signage across the region. The storm lasted around an hour and left thousands of residents without power, particularly in the Fort Wayne area.

Why it matters

Severe weather events like this can disrupt daily life, damage property, and pose safety risks for local communities. Understanding the impact of these storms is important for emergency preparedness and infrastructure resilience.

The details

The storm system brought thunderstorm warnings throughout the viewing area, including Steuben, DeKalb, and Allen counties in Indiana, along with Defiance, Paulding, and Van Wert counties in Ohio. In addition to the high winds, the storm also produced pea-sized hail in some areas and dramatic shelf cloud formations.

  • The storm system passed through the region on Monday evening, April 13, 2026.
  • The storm itself lasted approximately one hour.

The players

WANE 15

The local news station that reported on the storm and shared viewer-submitted photos of the weather phenomena.

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What they’re saying

“Pea sized hail fel in Monroeville, Ind. on April 13, 2026.”

— Dylan Marquardt

“Rainbow over Columbia City on April 13, 2026.”

— Dawn Agler

What’s next

Local utility companies are working to restore power to affected areas as quickly as possible.

The takeaway

This storm serves as a reminder of the importance of being prepared for severe weather events and the need for continued investment in resilient infrastructure to mitigate the impacts of powerful storms.