Northern Kentucky is still under several snow emergencies after a record-breaking snowfall this past weekend.
Snow started late Saturday evening and continued throughout the day Sunday. According to the National Weather Service, Cincinnati received 9.2 inches of snow on Sunday, breaking the previous record of 5.8 inches set in 2004.
Schools throughout the area are closed on Monday, and some are expected to close on Tuesday as well. Find a list of closures here.
While there isn’t any more snow in the near forecast, a “dangerously cold airmass” has settled in, per the NWS. The report notes that “extended periods of wind chill values below zero will evolve during this stretch, with daily temperatures only reaching into the teens and overnight lows near or below zero through the foreseeable future.”
Here are the current snow emergencies in NKY:
Kentucky
- Bracken County — Level 3
- Mason County — Level 2
- Boone County — Level 2
- Campbell County — Level 2
- Gallatin County — Level 2
- Grant County — Level 2
- Kenton County — Level 1
- Owen County — Level 2
- Pendleton County — Level 2
What is a snow emergency, and what does it mean for you?
Generally, snow emergencies are a warning to drivers that conditions are or are expected to be hazardous and that cars should not be parked on public roads.
Snow emergencies are broken down into three levels, according to this guide at KentonCounty.org:
Level 1: Road conditions are hazardous and roads may be icy; cautious driving is advised
Level 2: Road conditions are hazardous and roads may be icy; only travel if necessary, and call your employer if you are required to report to work
Level 3: Roads are restricted to emergency personnel, travel to work or for provisions, medical treatment or medical supplies, and snow removal operations; essential travel only is advised
There are several ways to find out if your city or county is under a snow emergency:
- Check out your city’s official website
- Look at your city’s Facebook account
- Go to the state transportation district’s snow page
- Get the latest news on snow and ice conditions