While Europe prepares for another heatwave, a tornado watch has been extended until 11 a.m. Thursday across parts of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana following a wave of severe overnight storms that brought heavy rainfall, flash flooding concerns and at least one confirmed tornado.

Emergency officials continue to monitor conditions across the Tri-State region after powerful thunderstorms moved through the area during the early morning hours, prompting multiple tornado warnings and flash flood alerts.

While several tornado warnings have expired, forecasters warn that the threat of severe weather and flooding remains as additional rainfall moves across already saturated areas.

Confirmed Tornado Reported In Indiana

The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado near Rising Sun, Indiana, at approximately 12:24 a.m. Thursday.

The tornado was one of several severe weather incidents reported overnight as storms swept across portions of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

Multiple tornado warnings were issued throughout the region during the early morning hours before expiring, although meteorologists continued to monitor developing storm cells and changing weather conditions.

Flash Flood Warnings Remain In Effect

Flash flood warnings continue for several counties after heavy rainfall associated with the storms produced dangerous flooding conditions.

The National Weather Service reported rainfall totals of up to two inches in some areas, with additional precipitation expected throughout the morning.

Officials warned that the combination of heavy rain and saturated ground could lead to life-threatening flash flooding affecting creeks, streams, roads, highways, urban areas and low-lying locations.

Flash flood warnings remain in effect for Brown County and Clermont County in Ohio, while Dearborn County and Ripley County in Indiana have also been affected by flooding concerns.

Tornado Watch Covers Multiple Counties

The tornado watch remains in place until 11 a.m. for a number of counties across the region as weather conditions continue to support the possibility of severe thunderstorms and isolated tornadoes.

In Ohio, the watch includes Adams, Brown, Butler and Highland counties.

In Kentucky, the affected counties are Bracken, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Mason, Owen and Pendleton.

Indiana counties under the watch include Fayette, Franklin and Union.

Residents Urged To Remain Alert

Weather officials are urging residents across the affected region to remain alert for rapidly changing conditions and to monitor updates from local authorities and the National Weather Service.

Drivers are advised to avoid flooded roadways, as water levels can rise quickly and create hazardous conditions. Emergency managers also recommend having multiple ways to receive weather warnings in case additional severe weather develops.

Forecasters will continue monitoring the storm system throughout the morning as communities assess the impact of the overnight severe weather outbreak.