"Freezing Rain Threat: Ohio Braces for Slick Commute and Warming Trend"

Central Ohio is set to experience another round of winter weather with freezing rain leading to ice accumulation on roads and surfaces by Tuesday morning. The freezing drizzle will start around midnight in the northwestern part of the area, intensifying into freezing rain by 5 a.m. and becoming more widespread. Heaviest freezing rain rates are expected between 7-9 a.m., transitioning into a wintry mix and then regular rain as temperatures rise. While some ice totals may reach 0.10 to 0.25 inches, widespread power outages are not anticipated, according to AEP. The company is preparing crews for potential outages caused by factors such as cars hitting power poles.