CINCINNATI — Some counties in the Tri-State have declared snow emergencies as snow has coated roadways throughout the region.
Snow emergencies have been issued for the following areas:
OHIO:
- Adams County: Level 2
- Brown County: Level 1
- Clermont County: Level 1
KENTUCKY:
- Kenton County: Level 1
- Campbell County: Level 1
INDIANA:
- Dearborn County: Yellow travel advisory
- Franklin County: Yellow travel advisory
What is a snow emergency?
The emergencies are a warning system to alert drivers and residents that bad weather could make it unsafe to travel.
A level one, or yellow travel advisory as it is called in Indiana, usually means parked cars must be moved off of public streets to allow plows to clear and treat the roads. Many cities will ticket or tow parked cars that aren't moved from public roads. Unnecessary travel is discouraged, but not prohibited - drivers should use caution on the roads.
A level two, or an orange travel advisory in Indiana, means people should stay home if they can and drive only if absolutely necessary.
Level three, or a red travel advisory in Indiana, means all roads in that area are closed to non-emergency personnel. Drivers out for non-emergency reasons could be arrested or cited.
Cities typically issue snow emergencies themselves in addition to counties, based on the specific needs of the neighborhoods in those areas.
Snow accumulation will level off as the day goes on, but the cold temps return tonight. Get the latest forecast here.
