UPDATE – The county has since been upgraded to a Level 3 Road Alert.

The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office in Findlay has placed the county on a Level 2 Road Alert.

The switch from Level 1 to Level 2 occurred at around 7:40 Friday morning.

A Level 2 Road Alert means roadways are extremely hazardous with blowing and drifting snow and/or flooding. Only those who feel it is necessary to travel should be on the roadways.

An explanation of all levels is below.

A Level 1 Road Alert means roadways are hazardous, drive with extreme caution.

A Level 2 Road Alert means roadways are extremely hazardous with blowing and drifting snow and/or flooding. Only those who feel it is necessary to travel should be on the roadways.

A Level 3 Road Alert means most roadways are closed and extremely hazardous/flooded. Employees should comply with workplace policies or contact their employer. Violators may be cited.

This storm is producing very powerful wind gusts and blowing snow and dangerously low wind chills.

A Winter Storm Warning extends through Saturday morning.

For the latest local cancelations click here.

And for the latest road alerts from the sheriff’s office click here.