Severe storms with large hail hit Northeast Ohio, leaving thousands without power

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Severe storms with large hail hit Northeast Ohio, leaving thousands without power

Olivia Bennett Apr 16, 2026 0

Hundreds of residents in Bedford Heights remained without power after a severe thunderstorm swept through the area Wednesday afternoon, bringing golf ball-sized hail.

Along with Bedford Heights, Solon was another Northeast Ohio community that experienced significant damage.

As of 11 a.m. Thursday, 958 FirstEnergy customers were still without electricity, including 592 in Bedford Heights and 92 in Solon.

Check for the latest on outage numbers by clicking on FirstEnergy‘s, AEP‘s, and Cleveland Public Power’s outage websites.

Another round of storms, though less intense, will move in for Thursday.

Olivia Bennett

Website: https://meigsindypress.com/

Olivia Bennett is a contributing writer for the Meigs Independent Press, where she covers community stories, local government, and features that highlight the people of Meigs County. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, she enjoys bringing untold stories to light in a way that connects with readers. When she’s not reporting, Olivia can often be found exploring the Ohio River Valley, volunteering at local events, or working on her next creative project.