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Ohio Braces for Major Winter Storm, State of Emergency Declared

1/25/2026

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The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for all 88 Ohio counties, with snow expected to begin Saturday evening.
Governor Michael DeWine of Ohio declared a state of emergency.
Columbus metro area could see 8 to 12 inches, with southern Ohio potentially exceeding a foot.
Cincinnati has declared a snow emergency.
Warming shelters are available, and officials urge against unnecessary travel due to low visibility and extreme cold.

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The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for all 88 Ohio counties, with snow expected to begin Saturday evening.
Governor Michael DeWine of Ohio declared a state of emergency.
Columbus metro area could see 8 to 12 inches, with southern Ohio potentially exceeding a foot.
Cincinnati has declared a snow emergency.
Warming shelters are available, and officials urge against unnecessary travel due to low visibility and extreme cold.