Key Highlights
- Communities across Cuyahoga, Summit, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Geauga, and nearby counties were expected to see impacts through 12.30 pm. Forecasters said strong wind gusts up to 30 mph and sudden bursts of snow could drop visibility to a quarter mile or less.
- What Is Snow Squall Warning?A snow squall warning is an alert from weather officials that very heavy snow will fall suddenly for a short time.
- The warning means snow can start with little warning, making it hard to see, sometimes almost impossible to see the road.
- Winds can be strong, and roads can become slick and dangerous within minutes. READ ALSO | Did Trump 'Steal' $500 Million In Venezuelan Oil Money?
- Fact-Checking Viral ClaimsSnow squalls do not last long, often only 30 to 60 minutes, but they can be very dangerous, especially for drivers. When a snow squall warning is issued, people should slow down, turn on headlights, and avoid travel if possible until the snow passes. Which Areas Were Hit By Snow Squalls?Cities along the storm’s path included Cleveland, Akron, Canton, Medina, Ashtabula, Lakewood, Parma, Painesville, Chardon, and Geneva-on-the-Lake.
