Intermittent Snow Continues Today
By: Tom Wilkes
for the Stark County Weather Center, Canton, OH.
February 26, 2010
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| New England Storm will remain nearly stationary over the northeast today producing periods of heavy snow and gusty winds over northeast Ohio. A total of 2 to 4 inches of new snow is expected in Stark County by tonight. |
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Stark County to 10:00 PM. Total accumulation around 2 to 4 inches expected.
Not as much snow fell over Stark County last night as forecasters predicted. As expected, the heaviest snow occurred over the snow belt counties of Ohio including Geauga, Lake, and Cuyahoga counties.
Reports from early morning commuters are indicating that most roadways across Stark County are in reasonably good shape. Although roads are snow covered and slippery in spots due to drifting, no reports of hazardous road conditions have been received as of 8:00 AM.
Stark County schools also remain in session for the day today.
Persistent, intermittent snow will continue throughout the day Friday as bands of snow showers move across Stark County. Total accumulations for the day should top out in the 2 to 4 inch range. Some of those bands moving through may produce heavy snowfall at times.
Blowing and drifting snow the bigger problem today. Westerly winds, sometimes gusting to 30 MPH, will make for some very unpleasant conditions if you’ll be outdoors.
The heavier snow showers will keep to our north. Those traveling toward Akron and Cleveland later today will run into more intense snow showers. Along with the heavier snow will come an increase of snow drifts due to the gusty winds.
The snow and wind is a result of a powerful low pressure system currently parked over New England. Forecasters are saying the system will remain nearly stationary through the day and begin to loose strength later tonight.
Snow is expected to continue through the weekend with occasional snow showers Saturday. The chances of snow diminish Sunday with only a slight chance of snow Sunday night.
