At 1:13 a.m. on Thursday, the National Weather Service updated its forecast for Crawford County, predicting snow showers through 2:45 a.m.
“At 1:11 a.m., radar indicated heavy snow showers along a line extending from near Kinsman to Youngstown to 7 miles southwest of Salem, moving east at 35 mph,” according to the meteorological service.
Youngstown, Warren, Meadville, Columbiana, Boardman, Niles, Campbell, Hubbard, Canfield, Cortland, Titusville, Lordstown, Kinsman, Orwell, Andover, Linesville, Vienna Center, Adamsville, and Pymatuning Central are among the places affected by the alert. If you have to travel through these snow showers, exercise additional caution. Accidents may result from sloppy roadways and abrupt changes in visibility.
Rainy day rules: How to stay safe in heavy precipitation
There is a greater chance of floods and dangerous roadways when it rains a lot. The weather service has provided the following advice to help you keep safe during downpours:
Watch out for flooding rivers:
Keep your distances from other vehicles safe:
Reduce your speed and exercise caution:
Pick your lane carefully:
Visibility is important.
Be cautious on slick roads:
Stay a safe distance away from big cars:
Be mindful of your wipers:
Taking these safety measures will significantly improve your road safety while it’s raining a lot. For a safe trip, keep yourself updated on weather conditions and follow local authorities’ instructions.
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