OHIO — Forecasters are monitoring a developing winter storm that could bring accumulating snow to Ohio early next week, raising the possibility of multiple school closures across parts of the state.
According to the National Weather Service, a system is expected to move into the Midwest late Monday and continue into Tuesday
It brings the potential for widespread snowfall across Ohio. While snowfall totals and the exact track remain uncertain, early projections indicate that some areas could see enough accumulation to significantly impact travel.
Meteorologists caution that model differences still exist regarding how far west or east the heaviest snow band will set up. However, several forecast scenarios show measurable snowfall across much of the state, which could create hazardous road conditions during both morning and afternoon commutes.
If snow begins Monday afternoon and continues into Tuesday, school districts could face difficult decisions, particularly if roads remain snow-covered or icy into midweek. In past similar systems, prolonged snowfall or lingering slick conditions have led to multi-day closures, especially in rural districts where road clearing can take longer.
In addition to snowfall, forecasters note that temperatures are expected to remain cold enough to prevent rapid melting, which could prolong travel concerns beyond the initial storm period.
Officials stress that it is still too early to determine specific snowfall totals or pinpoint which communities would be hardest hit. School administrators typically coordinate closely with local emergency management and transportation officials before making closure decisions.
Ohio residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts through the weekend and early next week as the storm track becomes clearer.
