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10/30/2026

DATE: October 30, 2026

NEWS RELEASE
Lane Closure on US 40, National Road, in Triadelphia, to Begin Thursday, November 5, 2026

Ohio County, WV – A portion of US 40, at 4605 National Road, in Triadelphia, will be restricted to one lane, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., beginning Thursday, November 5, 2026, through Monday, November 9, 2026, for electric pole installation. Traffic will be controlled by flaggers. Motorists are advised to slow down and expect delays.

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances may change the project schedule.

10/29/2026

DATE: October 29, 2026

NEWS RELEASE
Shoulder Closure on Interstate 470, Eastbound and Westbound, in Wheeling, to Begin Monday, November 2, 2026

Ohio County, WV – A portion of Interstate 470, in Wheeling, will have the eastbound and westbound shoulders closed, from milepost 1.0 to milepost 2.0, and the US 250 and WV 2 interchange shoulders will be closed, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., beginning on Monday, November 2, 2026, though Friday, November 6, 2026, for lighting installation. Motorists are advised to slow down in this area.

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule

10/27/2026

DATE: October 27, 2026

NEWS RELEASE
Exit Closure on Interstate 70, Westbound, in Wheeling, to Begin Thursday, October 29, 2026

Ohio County, WV – The Interstate 70, westbound, Exit 5, on ramp, will be closed, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 28, 2026, for drainage and road maintenance. Motorists are advised to use an alternate route.

Alternate Route: Use US 40, exit 4, or Interstate 470.

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule.

10/23/2026

DATE: October 23, 2026

Road Restriction on County Route 40/3 (Gashell Run Road), in Triadelphia, to Begin Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Ohio County, WV – A portion of County Route 40/3 (Gashell Run Road), in Triadelphia, will be restricted, from the intersection of US 40, to the intersection of County Route 8 (Chapel Hill Road), from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., beginning on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, through Friday, November 6, 2026, for paving. Flaggers will maintain traffic. Motorists are advised to slow down and expect delays or use an alternate route.

Alternate Routes: Use US 40 or County Route 8 (Chappel Hill Road).

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule.

10/23/2026

DATE: October 23, 2026

NEWS RELEASE
Ramp Closure on Interstate 470, Westbound, in Wheeling, to Begin Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Ohio County, WV – The Interstate 470, westbound on ramp, to Ohio, will be closed, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, for patching. Motorists must use an alternate route.

Alternate Route: Use Interstate 470 eastbound to Bethlehem, Exit 2.

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule

10/22/2026

DATE: October 22, 2026

NEWS RELEASE
Exit Closure on Interstate 70, Westbound, in Wheeling, to Begin Monday, October 26, 2026

Ohio County, WV – The Interstate 70, westbound, Exit 5, on ramp, to Interstate 70, eastbound, will be closed, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., on Monday, October 26, 2026, for drainage and road maintenance. Motorists are advised to use an alternate route.

Alternate Route: Use US 40, Exit 4, or Interstate 470.

Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the project schedule.

10/19/2026

❄️⚠️ **FROST ADVISORY ISSUED – OHIO COUNTY, WV** ⚠️❄️

📅 **Sunday, October 18, 2026**

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a **FROST ADVISORY** for Wheeling, Ohio County, and surrounding areas of the Upper Ohio Valley.

🌡️ **WHAT TO EXPECT:**
- **Temperatures:** As low as 33°F.
- **Timing:** 1:00 AM – 9:00 AM Monday, October 19.
- **Primary Concern:** Frost formation overnight and into early Monday morning.

⚠️ **POTENTIAL IMPACTS:**

Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Tender plants and crops may be killed if left uncovered.

🏡 **PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE TONIGHT:**

✅ Bring potted plants and sensitive vegetation indoors.

✅ Cover outdoor plants and gardens that cannot be moved.

✅ Protect remaining flowers, vegetables, and other frost-sensitive crops.

✅ Monitor overnight temperatures and weather updates.

📍 **AREAS INCLUDED:**

Ohio, Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Wetzel, Marion, and Monongalia counties in West Virginia, along with portions of eastern Ohio and southwestern Pennsylvania.

❄️ **REMINDER:** Frost can develop even when air temperatures remain slightly above freezing. Take precautions before going to bed tonight.

10/18/2026

🥶🚨 **FREEZE WARNING – OHIO COUNTY, WV** 🚨🥶

**UPDATE: The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has upgraded the Freeze Watch to a FREEZE WARNING for Wheeling, Ohio County, and surrounding areas.**

📅 **Sunday, October 18, 2026**

⏰ **WHEN:** 1:00 AM – 9:00 AM Sunday

🌡️ **TEMPERATURES:** Upper 20s to around 30°F expected.

❄️ **WHAT TO EXPECT:**

Freezing temperatures are expected overnight across portions of northern West Virginia, eastern Ohio, and western Pennsylvania.

⚠️ **POTENTIAL IMPACTS:**

Frost and freezing conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.

🏡 **TAKE PRECAUTIONS TONIGHT:**

✅ Bring potted plants and sensitive vegetation indoors.

✅ Cover outdoor plants that cannot be moved.

✅ Protect gardens and remaining crops from freezing temperatures.

✅ Monitor temperatures and weather updates overnight.

📍 **WEST VIRGINIA COUNTIES INCLUDED:**
Ohio, Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, Wetzel, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, and Tucker counties.

⚠️ **IMPORTANT:** A Freeze Warning means freezing temperatures are expected, not just possible. Take action tonight to protect sensitive vegetation.

10/16/2026

🥶⚠️ **FREEZE WATCH ISSUED – OHIO COUNTY, WV** ⚠️🥶

📅 **Saturday Night, October 17 – Sunday Morning, October 18, 2026**

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a **FREEZE WATCH** for Wheeling, Ohio County, and surrounding areas of the Upper Ohio Valley.

🌡️ **WHAT TO EXPECT:**

- **Temperatures:** As low as 30°F possible.

- **Timing:** Late Saturday night through Sunday morning.

- **Expiration:** Sunday, October 18, at 9:00 AM EDT.

❄️ **POTENTIAL IMPACTS:**

Freezing temperatures could kill crops and sensitive vegetation and potentially damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

🏡 **PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE:**

✅ Bring sensitive plants indoors or cover them to protect against freezing temperatures.

✅ Protect exposed outdoor pipes and disconnect garden hoses.

✅ Bring temperature-sensitive outdoor items inside.

✅ Continue monitoring weather updates as the weekend approaches.

⚠️ **REMEMBER:** A Freeze Watch means freezing temperatures are possible. Residents should prepare now in case a Freeze Warning is issued.

📍 **Affected areas include:** Ohio, Brooke, Hancock, Marshall, and Wetzel counties in West Virginia, along with surrounding counties in eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania.

**Ohio County 911 encourages everyone to take precautions now to protect plants and outdoor plumbing from the approaching cold temperatures.**

10/15/2026

⚠️💨 WEATHER ALERT – STRONG WINDS & SEVERE STORM POTENTIAL

📍 Wheeling & Ohio County, WV
📅 Thursday, October 15, 2026

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh is monitoring two periods of potentially strong thunderstorms and damaging winds across the region.

⛈️ THURSDAY EVENING (OCTOBER 15)

Timing: 7 PM – 11 PM

Isolated damaging winds are possible mainly near and west of Interstate 77 in Ohio.

The greatest severe weather threat is expected west of the Wheeling area.

⚠️ FRIDAY (OCTOBER 16) – MAIN CONCERN

Timing: 11 AM – 4 PM

Threat: Damaging thunderstorm winds.

Risk: Marginal (Level 1 of 5) in portions of northern West Virginia and western Pennsylvania, primarily near and east of Interstate 79.

Wheeling and Ohio County are near the western edge of the highlighted severe weather area.

💨 ADDITIONAL WIND CONCERNS

Even outside thunderstorms, wind gusts of 30–40 MPH are likely Friday into early Saturday. Higher gusts are possible along the ridges, where a Wind Advisory may be needed.

📢 SAFETY REMINDERS
✅ Secure outdoor furniture, decorations, and other loose objects.

✅ Be alert for falling tree limbs and downed power lines.

✅ Use caution while driving, especially in high-profile vehicles.

✅ Have multiple ways to receive weather watches and warnings.

✅ Seek shelter immediately if a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued for your location.

Address

1500 Chapline Street
Wheeling, WV
26003

Telephone

+13042343711

Website

https://www.ohiocountywv.gov/departments/911-communications/111

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