"Snow Belt in NE Ohio Hit Hard as Lake-Effect Storms Unleash Fury"

The Northeast Ohio snow belt is experiencing heavy snowfall due to lake-effect snow, with accumulation rates of up to 2 inches per hour in some areas. Travel on Interstate 90 has been deemed "nearly impossible" and residents are advised to delay travel. The National Weather Service predicts that the winter storm could bring up to 16 inches of snow to certain areas by late tonight or early Wednesday morning. Several school districts have canceled classes, and speed limits on Interstate 90 have been reduced to 40 mph. Winter storm warnings and weather advisories are in effect for various counties in the region.