Miami Valley deals with snowy conditions on Sunday – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio

January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 Admin

DAYTON — It was a snowy Sunday across the Miami Valley as people woke to a list more snow than expected and there’s more snow flakes on the way.

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Roads were snow covered Sunday morning and there were several slide-off crashes across the Miami Valley.

Several churches either delayed or canceled Sunday services due to the snow.

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Storm Center 7 Meteorologist Robert Gauthreaux says the temperature Sunday morning stayed below freezing a little longer than forecasted.

The predicted totals were one to two inches but Dayton International Airport observed 3.7 inches Sunday. Some parts of Miami Valley, including Clinton County, saw five inches of snow Sunday.

The high temperature reached 35 degrees Sunday in Dayton.

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News Center 7 Haley Kosik rode in Storm Tracker 7 Sunday night and said roads were wet but passable.

She said there is a chance for refreeze as temperatures drop overnight Sunday into Monday morning.

AAA offered some of these safety tips for driving in wintry conditions.

Watch the traffic ahead: Slow down immediately at the sight of brake lights, fishtailing cars, sideways skids or emergency flashers ahead.
Never use cruise control on slippery roads: Patches of ice can cause unexpected wheel spin and use of cruise control can slow driver response.
Use extreme caution on bridges and overpasses: Black ice typically forms first in shaded areas of the roadway and on bridges and overpasses that freeze first and melt last. Although the road leading up to a bridge may be fine, the bridge itself could be a sheet of ice.
Move Over: Move over one lane for law enforcement and emergency roadside personnel assisting motorists. It is the law. If you are unable to move over, slow down.
Carry a winter weather kit in your car: Contents should include a fully charged cellphone (and car charger), ice scraper, blanket, warm winter clothing, flashlight with extra batteries, jumper cables, a bag of kitty litter, reflective triangles/flares, shovel and cloth/paper towels

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Kosik said some roads that experience refreeze overnight, including the bridges and overpasses.

She reported AAA is advising people to slow down and give yourself an extra 10-15 minutes out the door on Monday and watch the traffic ahead.

It could be an issue Monday for taking the kids to school or going to work.

Several schools have also delayed or canceled classes for Monday.

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Several counties also remain under Level 1 snow emergencies.

This includes Butler, Champaign, Clinton and Logan Counties.

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News Center 7 will monitor driving conditions during the overnight hours and provide updates during News Center 7 Daybreak starting at 4:25 a.m.

Snow in Piqua (iWItness7)

Luna enjoying the snow (iWitness7)