Cleveland, OH – A widespread winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow, ice, and dangerous travel conditions across large portions of Ohio, West Virginia, and parts of Kentucky beginning Saturday evening and lasting through Monday morning.
According to the National Weather Service, multiple Winter Storm Warnings remain in effect for north-central, northeast, and northwest Ohio, as well as much of West Virginia. Snowfall totals in Ohio are expected to range from 6 to 10 inches, while parts of West Virginia could see 9 to 14 inches of combined snow and sleet, along with significant ice accumulation.
The storm is forecast to begin spreading into the region Saturday night, with snowfall intensity peaking during the day Sunday. Snow will gradually taper late Sunday night into Monday. Sub-zero wind chills are expected overnight Saturday into Sunday morning and again Sunday night, increasing the risk of frostbite and hypothermia.
In West Virginia, forecasters warn that ice accumulations of up to three-tenths of an inch combined with wind gusts as high as 35 mph could lead to power outages and tree damage, particularly in mountainous and rural areas.
Travel conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly. Officials warn that roads may become slick and visibility poor, making travel very difficult to nearly impossible at times. Hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Monday morning commute across the region.
The Ohio Department of Transportation and the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission are urging drivers to delay unnecessary travel and to monitor road conditions through www.ohgo.com. Motorists who must travel are advised to carry emergency supplies including food, water, and a flashlight.
Residents are encouraged to stay updated through local forecasts and emergency alerts as conditions may change.
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