In The News 5 February 2010

Winter storm warning leads to school delays

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A winter storm warning is in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, as a heavy band of snow, sleet and rain moves through the Ohio Valley. The forecast calls for 3 to 5 inches of snow for Highland County. Heavier amounts are predicted to the north and east.
Area school closings and delays include:
HIGHCO ADULT WORKSHOP
Details: CLOSED FRIDAY
HIGHLAND CO. BOARD OF MRDD
Details: CLOSED FRIDAY
BLANCHESTER LOCAL SCHOOLS
Details: 90 MINUTE DELAY FRIDAY
CLINTON COUNTY MRDD
Details: ONE HOUR DELAY FRIDAY
CLINTON MASSIE LOCAL SCHOOLS
Details: 90 MINUTE DELAY FRIDAY- NO AM KDG
EAST CLINTON LOCAL SCHOOLS
Details: TWO HOUR DELAY FRIDAY
WILMINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Details: TWO HOUR DELAY FRIDAY
WILMINGTON SCHOOLS
Details: TWO HOUR DELAY FRIDAY
A winter storm warning is in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, as a heavy band of snow, sleet and rain moves through the Ohio Valley. The forecast calls for 3 to 5 inches of snow for Highland County. Heavier amounts are predicted to the north and east.
With a mix of precipitation from rain and freezing rain to sleet and snow, crews from all eight ODOT District 9 facilities have begun treating the state highway system for ice and snow today. Crews were dispatched during the overnight hours to patrol and begin pre-treatment efforts before the storm moved into southern Ohio.
Currently, the area is receiving mostly rain and freezing rain, mixed with light snow in some areas. Drivers are reporting routes to be wet and slick, with icy spots present on bridges and overpasses.
"We are well-prepared and well-equipped to combat this storm, and as our crews continue their efforts throughout this event, it is important that motorists pay heed to the need for additional caution," said District 9 Deputy Director Jim Brushart.
In addition to the department's "Ice and Snow...Take it Slow" message,
drivers are reminded "Don't Crowd the Plow."
Conditions change minute to minute and mile to mile, so drivers will want to be prepared, keep informed and stay alert when traveling during inclement weather.
Additional road condition information and winter driving tips can be found
Area school closings and delays include:
HIGHCO ADULT WORKSHOP
Details: CLOSED FRIDAY
HIGHLAND CO. BOARD OF MRDD
Details: CLOSED FRIDAY
BLANCHESTER LOCAL SCHOOLS
Details: CLOSED FRIDAY
CLINTON COUNTY MRDD
Details: ONE HOUR DELAY FRIDAY
CLINTON MASSIE LOCAL SCHOOLS
Details: 90 MINUTE DELAY FRIDAY- NO AM KDG
EAST CLINTON LOCAL SCHOOLS
Details: CLOSED FRIDAY
MIAMI TRACE SCHOOLS
Details: CLOSED 
WILMINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Details: CLOSED
WILMINGTON SCHOOLS
Details: CLOSED
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