Cleveland, OH – Drivers across parts of northeast Ohio are facing rapidly worsening travel conditions late Saturday morning as a dangerous snow squall moves through the region, prompting an urgent warning from the National Weather Service.
According to the National Weather Service office in Cleveland, a Snow Squall Warning remains in effect until 1:00 p.m. EST Saturday for Geauga County, northeastern Lake County, and northwestern Ashtabula County. The snow squall was observed around 11:53 a.m. stretching from near Perry to near Twinsburg and moving east at approximately 35 mph.
Forecasters say the squall is producing intense bursts of heavy snow, near-zero visibility, and gusty winds up to 35 mph, leading to sudden whiteout conditions. These fast-moving squalls can cause roads to become slick within minutes, dramatically increasing the risk of crashes.
The warning area includes portions of Interstate 90 and U.S. Route 422, two major travel corridors in the region. Communities potentially impacted include Painesville, Chardon, Geneva-on-the-Lake, Solon, Madison, Middlefield, Perry, Burton, Chesterland, Bainbridge, Thompson, and North Madison, among others.
The National Weather Service warns that life-threatening travel conditions can develop rapidly when a snow squall hits. Visibility and traction may be lost almost instantly, making it difficult or impossible for drivers to slow down or avoid stopped vehicles.
Residents are urged to delay travel if possible until the squall passes. If travel is unavoidable, drivers should reduce speed, increase following distance, and be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions.
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