"Schools Dismiss Early as Severe Weather Approaches"

Schools in the Greater Cincinnati area are closing or dismissing early due to a severe weather threat, including the potential for hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. The area is under a Moderate Risk for severe weather, with the threat expected to peak between 3 to 9 p.m. The severe weather is part of a larger storm system that is expected to bring cold temperatures and occasional showers into Wednesday, with continued chilly weather into the weekend.