Heavy snow closes some businesses; leaves roadways in hazardous condition
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Several area businesses remained closed or closed early on Presidents Day after six to seven inches of new snow fell across much of Highland County.
"Street conditions in the city of Hillsboro are very slick and hazardous. Snow is falling at a rate difficult for street crews to keep up with," the Hillsboro Police Department said. "Some of the larger hills are difficult for most vehicles. The weather forecast indicates continuing snow throughout the rest of the day with a storm warning until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16. It is strongly recommended that anyone who doesn't need to be out should remain off the streets and roadways if possible. Below are some hazardous weather reminders."
The Ohio Department of Transportation reminds motorists to take it slow and give snow plow operators room to work.
"We can't stress the message enough," said District 9 Deputy Director Jim Brushart. "When there's ice and snow, take it slow. Our crews will be doing their best to clear roadways, but motorists need to do their part by practicing safe driving and giving crews room to work. Remember: Don't crowd the plow."
Currently, road conditions throughout the area are snow covered and likely to be icy. Crews will continue their efforts to treat and plow the state highway system; however, motorists are reminded to exercise additional caution, remembering that conditions can change from minute to minute and from mile to mile.
Several area businesses remained closed or closed early on Presidents Day after six to seven inches of new snow fell across much of Highland County.
"Street conditions in the city of Hillsboro are very slick and hazardous. Snow is falling at a rate difficult for street crews to keep up with," the Hillsboro Police Department said. "Some of the larger hills are difficult for most vehicles. The weather forecast indicates continuing snow throughout the rest of the day with a storm warning until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16. It is strongly recommended that anyone who doesn't need to be out should remain off the streets and roadways if possible. Below are some hazardous weather reminders."
The Ohio Department of Transportation reminds motorists to take it slow and give snow plow operators room to work.
"We can't stress the message enough," said District 9 Deputy Director Jim Brushart. "When there's ice and snow, take it slow. Our crews will be doing their best to clear roadways, but motorists need to do their part by practicing safe driving and giving crews room to work. Remember: Don't crowd the plow."
Currently, road conditions throughout the area are snow covered and likely to be icy. Crews will continue their efforts to treat and plow the state highway system; however, motorists are reminded to exercise additional caution, remembering that conditions can change from minute to minute and from mile to mile.
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