Morrow County officials report extensive storm damage; no serious injuries

Jun 8, 2026

Director Nelson told commissioners that a severe thunderstorm downed roughly 30–40 trees and caused power outages north of Sparta, but no serious structural damage or injuries were reported; county and state emergency agencies are coordinating follow-up and documentation.

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Director Nelson reported to the Morrow County Commissioners on June 8 that a severe thunderstorm left dozens of trees and multiple power lines down across areas north of Sparta, but that emergency crews had not found any significant injuries.

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