Ohio – Travel conditions across much of the state could deteriorate quickly as multiple rounds of snow move in through Friday, February 27, raising the risk for widespread accumulation and hazardous commutes.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, temperatures across the Ohio Valley are expected to remain near seasonal levels through late week, while precipitation probabilities trend above average. With sustained cold air in place and a steady feed of Great Lakes moisture, that pattern supports accumulating snow, especially across northern and central Ohio.
Communities from Cleveland and Toledo east toward Youngstown face the highest risk for persistent snow bands that could repeatedly cover interstates including I-90, I-80 and the Ohio Turnpike. Akron and Canton may also see steady snowfall that slows traffic along I-77. Farther south, including Columbus and Dayton, periodic bursts could still create slick stretches on I-70 and I-71 during peak drive times.
ODOT crews are preparing to treat primary routes and bridges as conditions warrant. Drivers should allow extra travel time, keep fuel tanks at least half full and carry winter emergency supplies in case of delays.
Additional advisories may be issued as the pattern holds through Friday, February 27.
