Drivers across central Ohio say roads turned dangerous quickly Saturday as snow and falling temperatures created icy conditions across the region.
Saturday is an ALERT DAY as snow showers move into the region. Accumulations Saturday afternoon and evening will make travel hazardous.The city says all hands are on deck this weekend, with 88 snow plows deployed across Columbus.
Even so, officials warn it will take time to fully clear roadways. Drivers across central Ohio say roads turned dangerous quickly Saturday as snow and falling temperatures created icy conditions across the region. From neighborhood side streets to major routes north of the city, drivers reported slipping, sliding and close calls as the winter storm moved in. The city says all hands are on deck this weekend, with 88 snow plows deployed across Columbus. Even so, officials warn it will take time to fully clear roadways. “Very treacherous,” said Nathan Zufelt. “A lot of people sliding on the hills. I’ve seen a lot of fender benders, so you better have all-wheel drive or snow tires.” Along U.S. 23 toward Delaware, conditions deteriorated within hours as snow accumulated and temperatures dropped. “The side roads are bad, but I did see two salt trucks out,” said Bryant Euans, who stopped to fuel up his pickup ahead of worsening weather.As drivers dealt with slick pavement, Columbus Snow Warriors were out treating streets throughout the afternoon. City leaders say keeping roads clear becomes more difficult as temperatures fall. According to the city, traditional rock salt begins to lose effectiveness once temperatures drop below 20 degrees. “That salt really begins to lose its effectiveness, particularly once you drop below 20,” said Scott Tourville, chief snow warrior for the city of Columbus. “So we’ll supplement our rock salt with liquid calcium, liquid beet juice, beet molasses and other beet-based products.” The city says all hands are on deck this weekend, with 88 snow plows deployed across Columbus. Even so, officials warn it will take time to fully clear roadways. Tourville said those materials help improve traction but do not work as quickly as salt in warmer conditions. Because of that, the city is asking residents for patience as conditions continue to change. The city says all hands are on deck this weekend, with 88 snow plows deployed across Columbus. Even so, officials warn it will take time to fully clear roadways.“Just make sure you have everything you need in the house before the snow hits so you don’t have to go out if you don’t need to,” Zufelt said.Stay with us as we update this story live and reload this page as we get updates.Columbus city leaders are set to speak with the media on preparations for the incoming snow.A Central Ohio school bus driver scheduled to appear in court this week has yet to face a judge after police said he caused an injury crash.Light snow early today to the south then a cloudy & cold day with a few flurries. More accumulating snow for Saturday PM across Central Ohio then frigid for Sun
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