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Cincinnati Braces for Foot of Snow
24 Jan
Summary
- 8 to 12 inches of snow expected in Southwest Ohio.
- Northern Kentucky may see up to an inch of ice.
- Wind chills could drop as low as minus 13 degrees.
A significant winter storm is poised to impact Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana, bringing heavy snowfall and extreme cold. A winter storm warning is active from Saturday morning through Monday noon.
Anticipated snow accumulations range from 8 to 12 inches across the region. Northern Kentucky faces an additional threat of up to an inch of ice accumulation, exacerbating travel difficulties.
The storm's heaviest precipitation is forecasted from Saturday night into Sunday midday. Light snow will commence Saturday afternoon. Travel is expected to be extremely hazardous, potentially impossible, due to snow and reduced visibility.
In addition to snow, dangerously cold temperatures will accompany the storm. Wind chills could plummet to minus 13 degrees, posing a risk of hypothermia. Temperatures are predicted to remain below freezing throughout the weekend, with the coldest wind chills expected early Tuesday morning.
Residents are urged to prepare for severe winter conditions, including prolonged periods of hazardous travel and extreme cold. The National Weather Service advises taking precautions to avoid exposure to frigid temperatures.
