A major, disruptive storm system is taking aim at the country this week. Huge snows, flooding rains, and crippling ice appear to be likely. The track of the storm will be critical as to determining how Cincinnati may be affected. Heavy rain, snow, sleet, and damaging ice are all possibilities at this time. There is the chance that well in excess of 1/2 inch of ice could accumulate on trees. If this were to occur, serious to devastating tree damage and power outages would result. It is too early to be too specific, but this is a storm to watch.
Winter storm warning for Thursday into Thursday night
A winter storm warning is in effect for the Cincinnati tristate for Thursday into Thursday night.
The heaviest snow will be in the afternoon and evening of Thursday. Therefore, morning rush hour won’t be too bad on Thursday but woe to you who are out in the afternoon and evening. Snow could be falling at an inch per hour during the afternoon rush. Snow will mostly end by Friday morning with general 4 to 6 inch amounts and isolated 7 or 8 inch amounts possible. This will allow some time for plowing. However, strong winds will develop and there will be lots of snow for the wind to blow around.
The wind will also be ushering in a quick shot of arctic air. Temperatures will warm back toward freezing by Monday as a weaker system brings in the chance for light snow early next week.
Winter storm possible Thursday into Friday
A major winter storm with heavy accumulating snow and blowing snow is looking increasingly likely for Thursday into Thursday night in the Ohio valley. Geographically, the storm is still a long way away leaving room for things to change, but this storm could be quite significant warranting early notice of this possibility. Read more>>>