Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest opens for Ohio students

As part of the 2026 Severe Weather Awareness campaign, the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness, in cooperation with the National Weather Service and the Ohio Emergency Management Agency, announced the annual Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest is open for submissions.

This contest is open to all Ohio students in kindergarten through eighth grade including individualized instruction (special education), public, private and homeschool classes.

This poster contest encourages students to learn about severe weather safety and preparedness. Through their illustrations of Ohio severe weather events, students can demonstrate what actions they can take before, during and after severe weather to protect themselves and others.

“Ohio can see many weather events all year round,” Ohio EMA Director Sima Merick said. “This contest provides an opportunity for students in Ohio to use their creative skills to learn about severe weather safety and preparedness.”

All poster entries must be postmarked to Ohio EMA or emailed by Jan. 12.

To learn more about the 2026 Ohio Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest including the complete contest rules and entry form, visit weathersafety.ohio.gov/about-us/poster-contest/poster-contest.