2/4/2022, 3:35 AM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 3 SNOW EMERGENCY.  All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel. No one should be driving during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel, or a personal emergency exists. All employees should contact their employer to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roads may subject themselves to arrest.

2/3/2022, 9:00 PM – Athens County is under a LEVEL 2 SNOW EMERGENCY.  Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution!

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WARNING for Athens County in effect until 3:15AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.

• WHAT…Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.
• WHERE…Portions of southeast Ohio and West Virginia, including Athens County.
• WHEN…Until 3:15AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.
• IMPACTS…Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
• ADDITIONAL DETAILS… At 324 PM, County officials reported numerous road closures due to flooding throughout the warned area. Radar and gauges indicate that between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Freezing rain will gradually become the dominant precipitation type this afternoon. However, continued runoff will contribute to rising creeks and streams into the evening hours. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.

Report Severe Weather to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800 401 9535, when you can do so safely.

The National Weather Service has issued an ICE STORM WARNING for Athens County until 7:00AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.

• WHAT…Significant icing. Snow accumulations of up to 3 inches and ice accumulations of three tenths to three quarters of an inch.
• WHERE…Portions of southeast Ohio and northeast Kentucky.
• WHEN…Until 7:00AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.
• IMPACTS…Expect widespread power outages and tree damage due to the ice. Travel could be impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages.

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for portions of southeast Ohio and West Virginia, including Athens County from 7AM, Thursday, February 3, 2022 through 1AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.

IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, larger creeks, and other low-lying and flood- prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

The National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WARNING for Athens County in effect from 1:00AM, Thursday, February 3, 2022, to 7:00AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.

• WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice accumulations of one quarter to one half of an inch.
• WHERE…Perry, Morgan, Athens and Vinton Counties.
• WHEN…From 1:00AM, Thursday, February 3, 2022, to 7:00AM, Friday, February 4, 2022.
• IMPACTS…Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

The National Weather Service has issued a WINTER STORM WATCH for Athens County in effect from 9:00PM, Wednesday, 2/2/2022 until 10:00AM, Friday, 2/4/2022.

• WHAT…Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches and ice accumulations of two tenths to half an inch possible.
• WHERE…Perry, Morgan, Athens, and Vinton Counties.
• WHEN…From Wednesday evening through Friday morning.
• IMPACTS…Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.