Cleveland, OH – Drivers across Northeast Ohio are being urged to prepare for difficult travel conditions tonight into Tuesday as a strong lake effect snow event moves across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, a Winter Weather Advisory goes into effect at 7 p.m. Sunday, with a Lake Effect Snow Warning issued for Erie County, Pennsylvania. The heaviest snow is expected late tonight through Monday morning, with 4–6 inches possible in higher elevations of Northeast Ohio and 6–11 inches in parts of northwestern Pennsylvania.
Western counties, including Toledo, Sandusky, and Mansfield, will see lighter totals of 1–3 inches, while Cleveland, Akron, and Youngstown could pick up several inches overnight, leading to slick, snow-covered roads for the Monday morning commute.
Forecasters warn of poor visibility, slippery roads, and the potential for tree damage and power outages due to the combination of wet snow and remaining leaves. Snowfall will taper off from west to east by Tuesday, but lake effect bands may continue to produce bursts of heavy snow near Ashtabula and Erie.
Drivers are advised to slow down, allow extra travel time, and monitor updated road conditions throughout the event.
For the latest forecast updates, visit weather.gov/cle/winter.
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