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Level 1 road condition advisory issued in Erie, Huron counties

Driving in snow
Posted at 3:23 PM, Jan 27, 2022
and last updated 2022-01-27 17:03:09-05

ERIE COUNTY, Ohio — A level one road condition advisory has been issued for Erie and Huron counties.

Drifting snow can cause hazardous conditions on the roadway.

Drive with 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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