ASHTABULA COUNTY, Ohio — As expected, Ashtabula County got the worst of last night's snow, with some locales in the county getting well over a foot.
As a result:
- Ashtabula County Sheriff William Niemi has issued a Level One Snow Emergency for areas north of I-90.
- I-90 was closed both ways at Route 7 due to a crash.
- Thousands were left without power.
- The county announced that the courthouse will be closed on Thursday due to the snowfall.
I-90 has since reopened to traffic both ways.
A Level 1 Snow Emergency means roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow.
“The roads are still bad,” he said. “We’re asking people to avoid these problem areas and travel with extreme caution.”
Snow Emergency classifications, according to the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness:
LEVEL 1: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.
LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution.
LEVEL 3: All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one should be driving during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel or a personal emergency exists. All employees should contact their employer to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roads may subject themselves to arrest.
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