Special Weather Statement issued December 3 at 1:05PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow is expected to develop across the area after midnight, shifting to the southeast through the predawn hours. This band of light snow will affect the region by the Thursday morning commute, eventually pushing south of the area by mid- morning.
Minor snow accumulations of less than an inch are expected, but cold ground conditions will allow for quick accumulation on any untreated surfaces. The main impacts are expected to be reduced visibilities and some slick spots on untreated surfaces.
Motorists should exercise caution. Plan extra time for the Thursday morning commute.
19° 19° chance Thu 23° Thu 23° Fri 28° Fri 28°
Friday, January 2nd, 2009
Photo by Mark Pummell/The Daily Standard

Traffic flows along East Market Street in Celina this week as motorists begin a new year. Area law enforcement agencies urge drivers to drive safely in 2009 by paying attention when behind the wheel, heeding posted speed limits and never operate a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Related online story:
The number of people killed in traffic crashes across the Grand Lake area dropped by just one from 2007 to 2008.
Last year, 14 people - including f [More]
Additional picture on this date