Multiple School Districts Delay Classes Amid Winter Weather Warnings

MIAMI VALLEY, OHIO — Numerous local school districts have announced delays due to heavy snowfall and hazardous weather conditions expected today. Celina City Schools in Mercer County will start classes two hours late, following a notification shared on social media.

Sidney City Schools in Shelby County is also delaying classes by two hours, cancelling morning preschool sessions. Similarly, Lehman High School in Shelby County will operate on a two-hour delay.

In Clark County, both Northwestern Local Schools and Tecumseh Local Schools will start their day two hours later than normal, as will Triad Local Schools in Champaign County. The announcements aim to ensure the safety of students as severe winter weather hits the region.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning, predicting snow accumulation that may exceed 12 inches in some areas, with snowfall rates reaching up to three inches per hour. Dangerous travel conditions have been anticipated due to lake effect snow impacting numerous highways.

As families prepare for the winter weather, local authorities remind citizens to exercise caution and stay updated on closures or changes in school operations through official channels. These delays are part of a broader response to ensure safety in light of potentially life-threatening weather conditions.