While community members may still see snow in some areas, particularly during periods of heavy snow accumulation, the facilities crew will do its best to keep pathways clear. CampusParc crews will also be on campus treating parking lots and garages, with garage rooftops remaining open when possible. They remain on campus throughout the day and night, treating and plowing as needed. As snow and ice start to collect, FOD teams are dispatched to treat campus roadways and sidewalks. Safety is the university’s top priority, and Facilities Operations and Development (FOD), CampusParc, Transportation and Traffic Management (TTM) and the Department of Public Safety work together to offer services during the winter months to keep the community safe.
Students requesting special accommodations necessitated by weather will be accountable for any material and assignments missed during an absence from class. The university is asking instructors and managers to provide flexibility and understanding to students, staff and faculty impacted by the storm, particularly early in the morning. Plan ahead, leave early and allow extra time to arrive at your destination.
Temperatures are forecast to rise by late Wednesday morning and should rise into the upper 30s by 10 a.m., when snow is expected to turn to rain.įor the Columbus campus, travelers should anticipate a slow commute. According to the National Weather Service, snow will begin to accumulate throughout Ohio early Wednesday morning and will continue through the morning commute.Īs of Tuesday afternoon, forecast totals were projected to be approximately 4 inches in Columbus and between 3 to 5 inches in Mansfield, Marion, Newark and Wooster, with up to 5 to 6 inches expected in Lima. The Ohio State University is preparing for additional snowfall this week, and the university community should plan to allow extra time for traveling to class and work.
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