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Cold Weather Advisory issued February 6 at 6:04PM EST until February 7 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Indiana and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From 1 AM to noon EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

Special Weather Statement issued February 6 at 1:56PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Although snow has ended, some slick spots may remain on roadways. Additionally, gusty northwesterly winds could result in some blowing and drifting snow tonight.

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Photo by Mark Pummell/The Daily Standard

A heavily damaged car sets unattended after sliding into the rear wheels of a semitrailer Monday morning at the intersection of state Route 29 and Fleetfoot Road, west of Celina. Winter weather conditions played a factor in the crash, which resulted in injury to motorist Michael E. Donthnier, 51, of Celina. Law enforcement agencies handled more than 18 traffic accidents during the morning hours on Monday.

Related online story:

Drivers crash into start of snow season

An unexpected blast of winter weather packing less than an inch of snow caused a rash of accidents throughout Mercer County on Monday morning, including one that resulted in injuries and another that damaged a Mercer County Sheriff's cruiser. [More]

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