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Several highways in northern Arizona, including State Route 64 and US 89A, have been closed due to snowy weather conditions, prompting the Arizona Department of Transportation to deploy snowplows around the clock. Travelers are advised to pack an emergency kit if they need to venture out in the snow, and updates on road conditions are available on Arizona’s Family weather page.
Lancaster County Engineer Pam Dingman advises residents to plan ahead for Monday's snowstorm, with snowplow operations scheduled to start at 5 a.m. on paved roads and ongoing monitoring of gravel roads. Drivers are urged to prepare for challenging road conditions, allow extra travel time, and maintain a safe distance from road crews. The Engineering department can be contacted for road concerns, and the county's website provides information on closures.
As Arizona experiences a relentless heat wave, car owners are advised to take precautions to protect their vehicles. Good Works Auto Repair owner Glen Hayward suggests parking in shaded areas, ensuring all fluids are full, regularly checking the battery for corrosion and charge, maintaining proper tire inflation, and being cautious of windshield wipers that can harden in extreme heat. Additionally, car owners should have an emergency kit with first aid supplies and water in case of a breakdown on the road.
AEP Ohio reports over 72,000 customers without power due to strong winds and saturated ground. Wind Advisory and High Wind Warning are in effect for several central Ohio counties until 6 p.m. Saturday evening. AEP Ohio advises customers to stay prepared and handle a possible outage by putting together an emergency kit, keeping away from downed wires, and reporting hazards through the AEP Ohio mobile app or calling 911 and AEP Ohio.