OHIO — A developing threat of strong to severe thunderstorms on Friday could lead to school delays or closures in parts of Ohio.
According to the National Weather Service, forecasters have placed much of Ohio within a “marginal risk” area for severe weather, with the greatest potential expected late Friday afternoon into the evening. The risk zone includes several major population centers, including Columbus, Cincinnati and areas of northeast Ohio.
Meteorologists say a cold front moving through the region could trigger storms capable of producing damaging wind gusts and hail.
While the overall threat remains limited, officials note that even isolated severe storms could create hazardous conditions, particularly during afternoon dismissal times…