Weather Alert in Ohio
Special Weather Statement issued February 6 at 9:20PM EST by NWS Pittsburgh PA
AREAS AFFECTED: Tuscarawas; Carroll; Coshocton; Harrison; Jefferson; Muskingum; Guernsey; Belmont; Noble; Monroe; Allegheny; Washington; Greene; Westmoreland; Westmoreland Ridges; Fayette; Fayette Ridges; Indiana; Higher Elevations of Indiana; Hancock; Brooke; Ohio; Marshall; Wetzel; Marion; Monongalia; Ridges of Eastern Monongalia and Northwestern Preston; Preston
DESCRIPTION: A arctic cold front continues to drop across the region this evening. A band of moderate to heavy snow showers is accompanying the boundary. Visibilities of one-half mile or less and wind gusts to 40 MPH are possible in the heavier snow showers. A quick accumulation of one-half to one inch will be possible, especially on untreated surfaces. Snow Squall Warnings are already in effect for portions of this band, and more may be necessary for the heaviest showers that drop visibility to one- quarter mile or less in heavy, blowing snow. Motorists are urged to use caution while driving this evening. If you encounter heavy snow and very low visibility, slow down and increase the distance between your car and those that surround you. Consider delaying travel until the heavy snow showers have passed.
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Weather Topic: What is Freezing Rain?
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Freezing rain is a condition where precipitation which has fallen in the form of
water droplets reaches temperatures which are below freezing and freezes upon
coming into contact
with surface objects. The result of this precipitation is a glaze of ice which
can be damaging to plants and man-made structures. A severe onset of freezing
rain which results in a very thick glaze of ice is known as an ice storm.
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Weather Topic: What is Hail?
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Hail is a form of precipitation which is recognized by large solid balls or
clumps of ice. Hail is created by thunderstorm clouds with strong updrafts of wind.
As the hailstones remain in the updraft, ice is deposited onto them until their
weight becomes heavy enough for them to fall to the earth's surface.
Hail storms can cause significant damage to crops, aircrafts, and man-made structures,
despite the fact that the duration is usually less than ten minutes.
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