Winter Storm — Ohio, Indiana

2019-01-19 to 2019-01-20 · Ohio, Indiana

Event narrative

Based on surrounding observations, significant snow and ice accumulations created hazardous conditions across the county.

Wider weather episode

An upper level trough of low pressure in the Mississippi Valley tracked northeast through the Ohio Valley. A strong surface low developed in eastern Kentucky. Mixed freezing rain and sleet early on on the evening of the 19th quickly transitioned to a heavy snow overnight. This system was followed by bitter cold and sub-zero wind chills.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 804206. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.