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Alert Day Issued for Monday Commute as Snow Expected Across Central Ohio

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  • Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
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    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
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  • Next system is trending further south with less impacts across Ohio
    Next system is trending further south with less impacts across Ohio
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  • Snow is possible for the Monday morning rush hour
    Snow is possible for the Monday morning rush hour
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  • Totals could increase or decrease depending on the exact track of the storm system.
    Totals could increase or decrease depending on the exact track of the storm system.
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  • Next system is trending further south with less impacts across Ohio
    Next system is trending further south with less impacts across Ohio
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  • Flooding risks are increasing late Thursday into early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Flooding risks are increasing late Thursday into early Friday 2/20/2026.
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    Flooding risks are increasing late Thursday into early Friday 2/20/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
  • 6-hour radar estimated rainfall as of 11:20 pm on Thursday 2/19/2026.
    6-hour radar estimated rainfall as of 11:20 pm on Thursday 2/19/2026.
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    6-hour radar estimated rainfall as of 11:20 pm on Thursday 2/19/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
  • Hour-by-hour forecast Friday 2/20/2026 at 2 a.m.
    Hour-by-hour forecast Friday 2/20/2026 at 2 a.m.
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    Hour-by-hour forecast Friday 2/20/2026 at 2 a.m. (Credit: 10 Weather Impact) Source Full size
  • Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
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    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size

Mid‑February Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding The Thursday‑Friday system dumped more than two inches of rain across central Ohio, producing street flooding in Newark (1.76 in) and Columbus (1.68 in) and pushing Raccoon Creek near Granville into minor flood stage[5]. A strong cold front followed, generating wind gusts over 40 mph and a sharp temperature drop through Friday[5]. Meteorologists warned that snow showers could return on Sunday, with the next rain episode not expected until mid‑next week[5].

System Shifts South, Alert Withdrawn for Thursday By February 24 the storm’s trajectory moved farther south, prompting the 10 Weather Impact team to cancel the Thursday Weather Impact Alert for central Ohio[2]. Models indicated only brief light rain or snow south of I‑70, with no significant accumulation or severe weather anticipated[2]. The system was still expected to affect the region from Wednesday night through Thursday, but impacts remained limited to brief precipitation[2].

Snow Showers Create Slick Roads and School Delays Overnight snow on February 23 left bridges, overpasses and ramps icy, and forecasters allowed an additional half‑inch of snow that afternoon, keeping pavement temperatures at or below freezing[3][4]. More than 100 school districts in the Columbus area either closed or issued a two‑hour delay for Monday morning[3][4]. Temperatures stayed at or below freezing with gusty winds driving wind‑chill values into the teens and low‑20s, heightening travel hazards[3][4].

Monday Alert Day Predicts 1‑3 Inches Snowfall The 10 Weather Impact team declared an Alert Day for Monday morning, warning that snowfall could disrupt travel to schools and workplaces across Columbus[1]. Forecast models show 1‑3 inches of snow accumulating by the commute, with Sunday night temperatures lingering in the upper 30s, limiting any warming before the storm[1]. A shift to rain later in the day is possible, and the team will issue further updates as the storm’s track becomes clearer[1].

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Dec 1, 2025 – A fast‑moving winter storm delivers the first widespread snow of the season to the interior Northeast and New England, dumping up to 10 inches and prompting a Level 3 snow emergency in Hocking County, Ohio; a 21‑year‑old driver dies in Missouri after a crash on icy roads; Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear posts a photo of his snow‑covered mansion and urges residents to drive slowly. [1]

Dec 2, 2025 – A powerful nor’easter pushes into the Northeast, bringing several inches of snow to New York and Pennsylvania while New York City receives only rain, and state officials including Governors Hochul and Mills advise residents to avoid travel; more than two dozen Ohio counties issue Level 1‑3 snow emergencies and a tractor‑trailer driver is rescued from a bridge in West Virginia after skidding on icy roads. [2]

Dec 2, 2025 – Central Ohio receives 3‑6 inches of snow, with Columbus reporting over 4 inches, triggering Level 2 and Level 3 snow emergencies that restrict non‑emergency traffic on county roads. [26]

Dec 2, 2025 – Snowfall across central Ohio ranges from 3‑5 inches, with Worthington exceeding 6 inches, making roads slippery, prompting school cancellations, and leading to the lift of winter‑weather advisories as the system moves out. [27]

Dec 2, 2025 – Columbus City Schools cancel Tuesday classes and extracurricular activities because overnight snow creates slick roads and safety concerns, joining other district closures in the region. [28]

Dec 2, 2025 – Multiple central Ohio school districts and Franklin County courts close on Tuesday as 2‑4 inches of snow accumulate; snow‑emergency levels range from 1 to 3, with Level 3 designating roads closed to non‑emergency vehicles. [29][30]

Dec 10, 2025 – A 10TV Weather Impact Alert warns that a strong storm system will bring a rain‑snow mix Wednesday morning, gusts up to 40 mph, and minimal snow accumulation, potentially disrupting commuter travel. [25]

Dec 12, 2025 – Columbus City Schools cancel Saturday extracurricular events as forecasters expect 2‑5 inches of snow from noon into the evening, issuing winter‑weather advisories north of I‑70 and winter‑storm warnings in southern counties. [24]

Dec 15, 2025 – Columbus City Schools cancel Monday classes and activities because slippery roads, subzero wind chills, and blowing snow reduce visibility and create hazardous travel conditions. [23]

Dec 28, 2025 – A developing storm system moves into central Ohio Sunday night into Monday, bringing rain and thunderstorms with a Level 1 severe‑weather risk, a rapid 40‑degree temperature drop, and flash‑freeze concerns for Monday morning roads. [22]

Jan 11, 2026 – A cold northwest airflow drops overnight temperatures into the 20s, and a band of snow showers adds up to a half‑inch of snow to central Ohio; wind chills fall into the teens‑20s, then sunshine returns Monday with highs in the 40s. [21]

Jan 16, 2026 – The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium closes Monday because frigid temperatures threaten the safety of guests, staff, and animals, with lows expected near 3 °F and wind chills of –5 °F to –15 °F. [20]

Jan 23, 2026 – Governor Mike DeWine urges Ohioans to stay home as a winter storm threatens 6‑12 inches of snow for central Ohio; ODOT readies 1,500 trucks and 3,000 workers, warning that salt effectiveness will decline in sub‑zero air. [19]

Jan 25, 2026 – Ohio State University cancels Monday‑Tuesday in‑person classes after the storm drops more than 16 inches of snow, labeling it the season’s biggest and the fifth‑largest on record for Columbus, and forecasts subzero wind chills through the week. [18]

Jan 25, 2026 – Kroger shuts 115 Columbus‑area stores early Sunday and Giant Eagle closes early as a Level 3 snow emergency covers all central Ohio counties, with snowfall reaching 6‑12 inches and bitter cold persisting. [17]

Jan 26, 2026 – 10TV extends live winter‑storm coverage as central Ohio receives up to 16 inches of snow; a Winter Storm Warning remains active through Monday noon, and subzero temperatures and wind chills dominate the week. [16]

Jan 26, 2026 – Central Ohio businesses, courts, and schools close after a record snowstorm drops more than 16 inches, ranking as the fifth‑largest storm in Columbus history, while subzero wind chills persist through the week. [15]

Jan 27, 2026 – Tow operators in central Ohio field hundreds of calls after a foot‑plus snowfall; Broad & James logs ~100 requests, adds five drivers, and calls the event the worst in a decade, noting many stranded healthcare workers. [14]

Jan 27, 2026 – Over two dozen central Ohio school districts close Wednesday amid a deep freeze, reporting 8‑16+ inches of snow and temperatures below 20 °F with wind chills well below zero, prompting Weather Impact alerts each morning through Sunday. [13]

Jan 29, 2026 – Central Ohio schools shut down Friday as arctic air produces subzero wind chills, morning lows near zero and afternoon highs in the low teens, with a possible record low of –6 °F on Saturday and a warming trend beginning Sunday. [12]

Jan 30, 2026 – Columbus City Schools and other districts plan to reopen Monday after a week of closures; Mayor Andrew Ginther confirms classes resume despite lingering frigid temperatures that delayed earlier reopenings. [11]

Jan 31, 2026 – Columbus records a new all‑time low of –9 °F, breaking the Jan 31 record of –6 °F set in 2004; wind chills plunge to –30 °F, and meteorologists forecast daytime highs rising into the 20s‑30s next week. [10]

Feb 1, 2026 – Columbus confirms the –9 °F record low, notes statewide snow cover of 8‑16+ inches, and warns that a Canadian arctic air surge will keep temperatures below the 20s until the following week. [9]

Feb 20, 2026 – A strong storm system delivers heavy showers Thursday‑Friday across Ohio, producing over 2 inches of rain, flash flooding with totals up to 1.76 in in Newark, and a cold front that brings 40 mph winds and a sharp temperature drop; snow showers are expected Sunday. [7][8]

Feb 23, 2026 – Snow slows but slick roads remain, prompting a 10 Weather Impact Alert for Monday morning; more than 100 school districts close or delay classes, an additional half‑inch of snow falls, temperatures stay at or below freezing with gusty winds, and milder 40 °F weather returns mid‑week. [5][6]

Feb 24, 2026 – The Ohio storm system shifts southward, leading the 10 Weather Impact team to withdraw the Thursday alert; only light rain or snow is possible south of I‑70, and forecasters continue to monitor models for any northward re‑track. [4]

Feb 26, 2026 – The 10 Weather Impact team issues an Alert Day for Monday’s commute as models predict 1‑3 inches of snow Sunday night into Monday, with Sunday highs in the upper 30s and a possible rain shift in the afternoon. [3]

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