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Medina, Huron counties issue level two snow emergency

Erie, Summit counties under level one
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ERIE COUNTY, Ohio — Snow emergency levels have been issued for multiple counties in Northeast Ohio.

Medina and Huron counties have issued a level two snow emergency.

The city of Wadsworth also issued a level two snow emergency.

Erie and Summit counties have issued a level one snow emergency.

Roads can be slick in some spots.

Drive with caution.

Snow Emergency classifications, according to the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness:

LEVEL 1: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be icy. Motorists are urged to drive very cautiously.

LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution.

LEVEL 3: All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one should be driving during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel or a personal emergency exists. All employees should contact their employer to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roads may subject themselves to arrest.

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