Snow Level Emergencies

18 hours agosnow emergencies have been issued across several central ohio counties. Here's what a level 1, level 2 and level 3 snow emergency means for drivers. 3 days agoorigin of snow emergency levels major winter storms—most notably the blizzard of 1978—highlighted the need for a clear, consistent system to warn the public about hazardous road.

2 days agodue to the amount of anticipated snow accumulation, counties across our area issuing snow emergencies ahead of the storm beginning 22 hours agolevel 3, which is the highest, means roads are closed to non-emergency travel and those driving for non-emergency reasons may be subject to arrest. 2 days agonorth central ohio — there are 88 counties in ohio and 88 county sheriff’s offices this weekend that will be busy deciding on road emergency levels during the coming winter storm..

A snow emergency is the active response plan when a snow storm severely impacts a city, county or town in the united states or canada. 19 hours agofind out which snow emergency level each county in greater cincinnati and northern kentucky are under and what it means for you. During inclement weather, snow crews, emergency responders and essential workers will have to travel on hazardous roadways.

Here’s how you can help keep everyone safe, regardless of the snow. 1 day agothis county-by-county list will be updated whenever snow alerts are issued or lifted. Jan 15, 2026sheriff’s offices and departments collaborate with county emergency managers to determine whether current conditions with the weather and roadways constitute issuing a snow.