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Multiple municipalities in Western New York, including Buffalo, have issued travel bans and advisories due to a snowstorm and lake effect snow. The bans are in effect until further notice, and a travel advisory covers all of Erie County. The area is under a Lake Effect Snow Warning until Thursday evening, with snowfall rates predicted to reach up to 3 inches in some parts of Western New York.
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is preparing for heavy snowfall in Northeast Ohio, with a Lake Effect Snow Warning in effect for several counties. ODOT has deployed around 230 snow plows to treat and maintain the roadways, but the task is challenging due to the inability to pre-treat the roads on Sunday. Drivers are advised to plan ahead, leave early, and give the plows plenty of room on the roads.
The National Weather Service has issued a Lake Effect Snow Warning for several counties in Ohio, including Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula. The warning will be in effect from Monday morning until Wednesday morning. Additionally, a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Portage and Trumbull counties. Heavy snowfall rates of 1-2 inches per hour are expected, with visibility being reduced and travel potentially becoming difficult. The forecast indicates an active weather pattern and a moderation of temperatures by mid-December.