COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -
Friday after strong storms downed trees and knocked out power Ohio could be in store for more severe weather.
The weather also temporarily shut down the state fair.
Forecasters say there is a risk of storms, possibly with high winds, again Friday afternoon.
The weather blowing through in the afternoon and early evening Thursday knocked out power to at least 50,000 customers in the central and southwest parts of the state, but it wasn't as bad as initially expected. Some customers were still without power Friday morning, but it has been restored in most areas.
Thursday's storm temporarily shut down operations at the annual Ohio State Fair in Columbus, where visitors were asked to take shelter. Activities resumed after it blew through.
Officials blamed lightning strikes for two fires in central Ohio.
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