Cincinnati, Ohio – Slick roads could develop across the Tri-State before sunset Sunday as accumulating snow and 30 mph wind gusts move in, creating hazardous travel for millions across Ohio, northern Kentucky and southeast Indiana.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, light snow began spreading southeast from Indiana early Sunday morning and will increase in coverage through the afternoon and evening. Most communities from Dayton and Columbus to Cincinnati and Portsmouth are expected to pick up 1 to 2 inches by early Monday, with locally higher totals possible under heavier snow bands. Northwest winds gusting up to 30 mph could blow snow across open highways, briefly cutting visibility and freezing untreated pavement.
In Ohio, drivers along I-70, I-75 and I-71 may encounter slick stretches by late afternoon, especially on bridges and overpasses. Downtown Dayton, Springfield, Wilmington and Chillicothe could see reduced visibility during heavier bursts this evening. In northern Kentucky, including Covington, Florence and Maysville, roads may turn slushy before temperatures dip overnight. Southeast Indiana cities such as Richmond, Batesville and Lawrenceburg will also see light accumulations.
Travelers should slow down, leave extra space and allow additional time to reach their destination. Road crews across the region are expected to monitor conditions into the overnight hours as snow tapers off by Monday morning. Additional statements or advisories could be issued if heavier bands develop later today.
