Weather Safety

Snow Emergency Level Definitions

Level 1 Snow Emergency

  • Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow.
  • Roads may also be icy.
  • Drive carefully.

Level 2 Snow Emergency

  • Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow.
  • 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.

Level 3 Snow Emergency

  • All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel.
  • No one else should be out 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.

Links to Winter Weather Safety Tips

Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness
Flood Safety:
Flood Information and Safety Tips
Flood Health & Safety Concerns
Winter Safety:
Winter Safety Tips For the Home
Winter Safety Tips For the Vehicle
Winter Health and Safety Tips
Carbon Monoxide Information and Safety Tips
Winter Fire Safety Tips
Lighting and Thunder Safety:
Lighting and Thunder Information and Safety Tips
Tornado Safety:
Tornado Facts & Safety Tips
Emergency Preparedness:
Power Outages
Emergency Preparedness for the Home
Emergency Preparedness for Vehicles
Emergency Preparedness for your pets/animals