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Hundreds of Schools Close or Shift Online Across Eastern U.S. on Thursday

Districts cited NWS advisories, hazardous roads from light snow, freezing temperatures, plus gusty winds.

Overview

  • Local outlets reported closures, delays, or remote learning across Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
  • National Weather Service winter weather advisories covered portions of these states, signaling conditions likely to cause significant inconvenience.
  • Central Ohio saw roughly 1–2 inches of snow yet faced risky travel as strong winds and low temperatures iced roads and bus routes.
  • Indiana and Michigan districts listed by WNDU ranged from full closures to e-learning days, reflecting varied responses to local conditions.
  • Forecasts from central Ohio broadcasters called for further temperature drops into the teens by the weekend, keeping travel concerns elevated.