* WHAT…Heavy lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations
between 5 and 10 inches with locally higher amounts where bands
persist. The highest totals will generally be in the higher
terrain of the warning area, including all of Geauga, southern
Lake, eastern and southern Cuyahoga, northern Summit, northern
Portage, and northwestern Trumbull Counties. Winds gusting as high
as 55 mph near the lakeshore with gusts to 45 mph inland.
* WHERE…A portion of northeast Ohio.
* WHEN…Until 4 AM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and
blowing snow. Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult. The
hazardous conditions could impact the commutes this morning and
evening. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and power
lines.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…An Arctic front and associated snow squall
have crossed the area this morning and has allowed for some travel
impacts across the region. Lake effect snow bands are developing
and will be the main concern for the rest of the event through
tonight. Strong wind gusts as high as 50 mph may result in blowing
snow and local reductions in visibility. Additionally, the gusty
winds and density of the large snowpack across far Northeast Ohio
could result in damage to structures.