OHIO — A widespread freeze warning is in effect across much of Ohio late Sunday night into Monday morning, bringing the potential for hazardous travel and possible school disruptions on April 20.
The National Weather Service said sub-freezing temperatures, dropping into the mid-20s to lower 30s, are expected across a large portion of the state. Areas under the warning include northwest Ohio counties such as Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, Sandusky and Hancock, as well as northeast and north-central Ohio counties including Cuyahoga, Summit, Medina, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, Portage and Trumbull.
Additional central and southern counties — including Delaware, Licking, Fairfield and Hocking — are also under freeze warnings early Monday.
Forecasters warn that any standing water left on roadways from recent rain could freeze overnight, creating slick spots for the Monday morning commute. Bridges, overpasses and untreated roads will be especially susceptible to icy conditions…